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F252 SCR

1989 Fiat X1/9

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,181 mi
Last recorded16,181 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Fiat X1/956,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF252 SCR
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2026 16,181 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 16,079 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 15,880 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 15,733 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 15,641 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 14,638 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 14,632 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 14,626 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 14,599 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 14,544 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 14,537 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 14,211 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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F252 SCR is a 1989 Fiat X1/9 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F252 SCR, 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 F252 SCR?

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What year was F252 SCR registered?

F252 SCR is a 1989 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 14 February 1989.

Is F252 SCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F252 SCR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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