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DBE 709X

1982 Fiat X1/9

Silver Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,319 mi
Last recorded79,319 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 1982 Fiat X1/961,235 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBE 709X
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 79,319 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 78,877 miles

Slight corrosion to various parts of the underside but not considered to be to excess

Pass 14 Jul 2015 78,748 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 78,748 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 78,258 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 78,252 miles

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 78,229 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

under side of vehicle showing signs of corrosion, repairs and sealer applied.

Pass 15 Jul 2011 77,109 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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DBE 709X is a 1982 Fiat X1/9 in Silver with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1982 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 61,235 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 DBE 709X, 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 44 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 DBE 709X?

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What year was DBE 709X registered?

DBE 709X is a 1982 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 14 June 1982.

Is DBE 709X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBE 709X shows 8 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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