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F127 MLF

1988 Fiat X1/9

Yellow Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,956 mi
Last recorded37,956 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 1988 Fiat X1/961,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF127 MLF
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 37,956 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 37,917 miles

all four tyres over 10 years old

Pass 31 Jul 2017 37,789 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 37,727 miles

play in column

Pass 24 Apr 2012 37,639 miles

slight play steering column

Pass 21 Mar 2011 37,466 miles

wipers poor

Fail 21 Mar 2011 37,466 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

wipers poor

Pass 26 Jan 2010 37,242 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 37,225 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 36,684 miles

co% weak

coolant stain on hose to front

front number plate incorrect type

offside rear and both front tyres limit inner edge and perished

Pass 14 Jun 2007 35,941 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 35,941 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

off side rear tyre worn close to limit †water leak from pipe under car

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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F127 MLF is a 1988 Fiat X1/9 in Yellow with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F127 MLF, 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 F127 MLF registered?

F127 MLF is a 1988 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is F127 MLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F127 MLF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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