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YEV 833X

1981 Fiat 126

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,204 mi
Last recorded23,204 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Fiat 12643,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEV 833X
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 23,204 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 23,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 23,050 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 22,950 miles

nearside steering rack arm has slight play

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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YEV 833X is a 1981 Fiat 126 in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 43,117 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 YEV 833X, 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 45 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 YEV 833X?

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What year was YEV 833X registered?

YEV 833X is a 1981 Fiat 126, first registered on 15 September 1981.

Is YEV 833X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEV 833X 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 YEV 833X have outstanding finance?

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