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71,493 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Central Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
Brake performance not tested will not idle to do test (1.2.1 (g))
Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high will not idle to do test. (8.2.1.2 (e))
Front Registration plate incorrect incorrect no , does not match rear. (0.1 (c))
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
How Reliable is the Fiat X1/9?
Based on 12,245 MOT tests across 1,557 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E397 DTT is a 1987 Fiat X1/9 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1987 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 65,387 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 E397 DTT, 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 39 years old, this Fiat X1/9 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was E397 DTT registered?
E397 DTT is a 1987 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 19 October 1987.
Is E397 DTT safe to buy?
The MOT history for E397 DTT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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