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SVU 197W

1980 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,861 mi
Last recorded88,861 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1980 Fiat 12629,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVU 197W
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 88,861 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 88,745 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 88,745 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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SVU 197W is a 1980 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 29,266 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 SVU 197W, 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 46 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SVU 197W?

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What year was SVU 197W registered?

SVU 197W is a 1980 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is SVU 197W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVU 197W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SVU 197W have outstanding finance?

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