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VHH 261J

1971 Fiat 850

Yellow Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,633 mi
Last recorded97,633 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2013
Typical for 1971 Fiat 85060,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHH 261J
MakeFiat
Model850
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2013 97,633 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 97,633 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 97,633 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 97,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Fiat 850?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
577
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 26
position lamp(s) not working 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Stop lamp not working 18
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VHH 261J is a 1971 Fiat 850 in Yellow with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Fiat 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 60,718 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 850 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VHH 261J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Fiat 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VHH 261J?

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What year was VHH 261J registered?

VHH 261J is a 1971 Fiat 850, first registered on 12 March 1971.

Is VHH 261J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHH 261J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VHH 261J have outstanding finance?

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