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YLK 439S

1978 Fiat 126

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,732 mi
Last recorded22,732 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 Fiat 12624,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLK 439S
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 22,732 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 22,732 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 22,686 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 22,684 miles

Front Registration plate missing broken (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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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YLK 439S is a 1978 Fiat 126 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 24,252 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 YLK 439S, 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 48 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 YLK 439S?

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What year was YLK 439S registered?

YLK 439S is a 1978 Fiat 126, first registered on 23 February 1978.

Is YLK 439S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLK 439S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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