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RFJ 6W

1981 Fiat 126

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,012 mi
Last recorded69,012 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 1981 Fiat 12643,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFJ 6W
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 69,012 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 69,012 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high diping to right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high diping to right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front number plate spacing

How Reliable is the Fiat 126?

Based on 7,746 MOT tests across 1,358 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
1,358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 386
position lamp(s) not working 342
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 285
Stop lamp not working 281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 275
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RFJ 6W is a 1981 Fiat 126 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 43,117 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat 126 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 386 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFJ 6W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 126 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 45 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFJ 6W registered?

RFJ 6W is a 1981 Fiat 126, first registered on 24 June 1981.

Is RFJ 6W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFJ 6W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFJ 6W have outstanding finance?

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