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THM 298S

1977 Fiat 128

Red Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,180 mi
Last recorded67,180 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2014
Typical for 1977 Fiat 12841,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHM 298S
MakeFiat
Model128
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2014 67,180 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 66,683 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 66,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

fan belt starting to wear

Pass 22 May 2009 64,577 miles

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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THM 298S is a 1977 Fiat 128 in Red with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 THM 298S, 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

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What year was THM 298S registered?

THM 298S is a 1977 Fiat 128, first registered on 15 August 1977.

Is THM 298S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THM 298S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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