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F22 PEF

1988 Fiat X1/9

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,844 mi
Last recorded59,844 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1988 Fiat X1/961,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF22 PEF
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 59,844 miles

both front tyres split but not through to the cords

Pass 16 Oct 2013 59,813 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 59,735 miles

n/s headlamp motor inop vehichle tested with light in fixed position

Fail 4 May 2011 59,735 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s headlamp motor inop vehichle tested with light in fixed position

Pass 9 Jul 2008 59,671 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007
Fail 25 Jun 2007

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2006 59,414 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 58,741 miles
Fail 20 May 2005 58,724 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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F22 PEF is a 1988 Fiat X1/9 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 F22 PEF, 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 F22 PEF registered?

F22 PEF is a 1988 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F22 PEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F22 PEF shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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