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F125 BYC

1988 Fiat X1/9

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,432 mi
Last recorded65,432 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 1988 Fiat X1/961,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF125 BYC
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 65,432 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 65,246 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 64,995 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 64,995 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 15 Mar 2014 64,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 64,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 64,604 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 64,121 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 62,807 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 59,948 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 58,432 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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F125 BYC is a 1988 Fiat X1/9 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 61,158 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 F125 BYC, 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 38 years old, this Fiat X1/9 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F125 BYC registered?

F125 BYC is a 1988 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F125 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F125 BYC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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