Fiat 126
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 5 years from 289 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
80%
Total Tests
289
Best Year
1991 (92%)
Years Covered
5
About the Fiat 126
The Fiat 126 has been tested 289 times in 2026 MOT data across 5 model years (1990 to 1999), with an average pass rate of 80%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1991 model is the most reliable with a 92% pass rate from 88 tests. The 1999 model has the lowest at 61%. With a 31 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 31,887 miles, while the newest (1999) averages 51,308 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Fiat 126 by Year
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