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B998 SVG

1985 Fiat X1/9

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,022 mi
Last recorded36,022 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Fiat X1/951,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB998 SVG
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 36,022 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 35,836 miles

driver window not going down

rev lights not working

Pass 29 Sep 2011 35,258 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 35,120 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 34,467 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres slightly perished.

Pass 23 Aug 2008 33,749 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 32,556 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2006 31,681 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 31,681 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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B998 SVG is a 1985 Fiat X1/9 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 B998 SVG, 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 B998 SVG?

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What year was B998 SVG registered?

B998 SVG is a 1985 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 22 February 1985.

Is B998 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B998 SVG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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