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EOU 929W

1981 Fiat X1/9

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

75,422 mi
Last recorded75,422 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Fiat X1/961,146 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOU 929W
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 75,422 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported under wheel arch, some tyre rubbing noticed against pipework (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill section corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill section corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2021 75,422 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported under wheel arch, some tyre rubbing noticed against pipework (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill section corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill section corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 75,416 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 75,415 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 75,014 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2017 70,581 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 70,520 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 70,518 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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EOU 929W is a 1981 Fiat X1/9 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 61,146 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 EOU 929W, 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 45 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 EOU 929W?

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What year was EOU 929W registered?

EOU 929W is a 1981 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is EOU 929W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOU 929W 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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