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B89 GVK

1985 Fiat X1/9

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,444 mi
Last recorded32,444 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1985 Fiat X1/951,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB89 GVK
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 32,444 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 32,444 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2019 32,053 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 31,864 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 31,642 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 31,510 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 31,510 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 12 May 2015 31,382 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 12 May 2015 31,382 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 31,350 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 14 May 2014 31,350 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 30,798 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 30,798 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 22 May 2012 30,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 May 2012 30,613 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 30,487 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 30,480 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 30,242 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 29,964 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 29,483 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 28,564 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 28,561 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 27,855 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2005 27,855 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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B89 GVK is a 1985 Fiat X1/9 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1985 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,962 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 X1/9 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 927 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B89 GVK, 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 41 years old, this Fiat X1/9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B89 GVK?

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What year was B89 GVK registered?

B89 GVK is a 1985 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is B89 GVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B89 GVK shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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