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RUT 559R

1977 Fiat 128

Red Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,415 mi
Last recorded86,415 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2006
Typical for 1977 Fiat 12841,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUT 559R
MakeFiat
Model128
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2006 86,415 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 86,405 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Fiat 128?

Based on 569 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
637
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 15
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13
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RUT 559R is a 1977 Fiat 128 in Red with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Fiat 128 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 41,356 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 128 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUT 559R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 128 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this Fiat 128 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUT 559R?

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What year was RUT 559R registered?

RUT 559R is a 1977 Fiat 128, first registered on 11 February 1977.

Is RUT 559R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUT 559R 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.

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