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A19 XSE

1988 Fiat X1/9

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,589 mi
Last recorded77,589 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Fiat X1/961,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 XSE
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 77,589 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 77,507 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner wings rusted but not holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front floor weak around rubber gromit

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 76,758 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

parking brake only just meets requirments

Fail 3 Sep 2021 76,758 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

parking brake only just meets requirments

Pass 7 Sep 2020 76,527 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 76,459 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 69,922 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 66,207 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 66,207 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 64,505 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 64,085 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 63,054 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 62,613 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat X1/9?

Based on 12,245 MOT tests across 1,557 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
1,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 927
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 835
parking brake recording little or no effort 360
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 348
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 345
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A19 XSE is a 1988 Fiat X1/9 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1988 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 61,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat X1/9 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 927 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A19 XSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat X1/9 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 38 years old, this Fiat X1/9 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A19 XSE?

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What year was A19 XSE registered?

A19 XSE is a 1988 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 3 October 1988.

Is A19 XSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 XSE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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