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X287 NKR

2000 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,842 mi
Last recorded42,842 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Fiat 12661,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX287 NKR
MakeFiat
Model126
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 42,842 miles

both king pins have slight play

Pass 31 May 2024 42,798 miles

both king pins slight free play.

Fail 31 May 2024 42,798 miles

both king pins slight free play.

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 42,675 miles

both front king pins slight free play.

Pass 30 May 2022 42,565 miles

both kingpins have slight movement

Pass 29 Mar 2021 42,423 miles

both kingpins have slight movement

Pass 23 Jul 2019 42,192 miles

Front slight lift in both king pins

Nearside Front brake hose slightly insecure

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.1.3 (g) (i))

handbrake near end of travel

Pass 16 Jul 2018 41,502 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 40,244 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 40,244 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 40,244 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 40,244 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 40,244 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 40,231 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 40,029 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 40,011 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 34,051 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 40,008 miles

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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X287 NKR is a 2000 Fiat 126 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 61,068 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X287 NKR, 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 26 years old, this Fiat 126 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X287 NKR registered?

X287 NKR is a 2000 Fiat 126, first registered on 16 November 2000.

Is X287 NKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X287 NKR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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