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F100 FAW

1989 Fiat X1/9

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

37,075 mi
Last recorded37,075 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Fiat X1/956,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF100 FAW
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 37,075 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 36,504 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 36,057 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 35,081 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 34,392 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 34,379 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 33,971 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 32,632 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 31,476 miles

Coolant leak ()

handbrake performance 18%

Pass 7 Nov 2015 29,744 miles

coolant leak

handbrake performance 18%

Fail 30 Oct 2015 29,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

coolant leak

handbrake performance 18%

Pass 31 Oct 2014 28,315 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 27,492 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 25,883 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 24,786 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 23,697 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 22,448 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 21,681 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 20,563 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2006 19,167 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 17,305 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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F100 FAW is a 1989 Fiat X1/9 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 56,327 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 F100 FAW, 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 37 years old, this Fiat X1/9 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F100 FAW?

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What year was F100 FAW registered?

F100 FAW is a 1989 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 25 May 1989.

Is F100 FAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F100 FAW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F100 FAW have outstanding finance?

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