Fso Cars 125 P (1986)
1986 Fso Cars 125 P
CarHunch analysed 2,160 real MOT records for the 1986 Fso Cars 125 P. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1986 FSO CARS 125 P is a deeply unreliable proposition: only 10% pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and it carries a dangerous defect rate of 0%, which is the one saving grace. The median mileage of just 8,521 miles suggests these vehicles have barely been driven, yet the catastrophic pass rate indicates fundamental structural or mechanical decay that affects nearly nine in ten examples on test.
With zero recorded failures or advisories on average—a statistical anomaly that likely reflects the extreme rarity of these cars and incomplete testing data—any serious evaluation of this model should focus on the specific condition of the individual vehicle rather than cohort trends. If you're genuinely considering one, pay for a comprehensive independent inspection before purchase, because the MOT data here is too thin to offer reliable guidance on what to expect.
What to check before buying a 1986 Fso Cars 125 P
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1986 Fso Cars 125 P vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1986 Fso Cars 125 P vehicles fall between 8,521 and 8,521 miles.
MOT History Averages
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