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YLN 782S

1978 Fiat 128

Silver Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,304 mi
Last recorded41,304 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2010
Typical for 1978 Fiat 12869,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLN 782S
MakeFiat
Model128
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2010 41,304 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear foot brake slightly uneven

Pass 7 Oct 2008 40,032 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 39,750 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

coolant leaking

oil leak

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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YLN 782S is a 1978 Fiat 128 in Silver with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Fiat 128 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 69,741 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 YLN 782S, 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 48 years old, this Fiat 128 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YLN 782S?

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What year was YLN 782S registered?

YLN 782S is a 1978 Fiat 128, first registered on 30 March 1978.

Is YLN 782S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLN 782S shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YLN 782S have outstanding finance?

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