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F262 OFB

1988 Fiat X1/9

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

62,940 mi
Last recorded62,940 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2014
Typical for 1988 Fiat X1/961,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF262 OFB
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2014 62,940 miles

off side rear bottom ball joint has been fouling on 'wheel weights' , but now worn through them

Oil leak

Fail 12 Sep 2014 62,939 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

off side rear bottom ball joint has been fouling on 'wheel weights' , but now worn through them

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2013 62,662 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 59,967 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 59,965 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 57,776 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 56,640 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 56,640 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 56,632 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 56,630 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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F262 OFB is a 1988 Fiat X1/9 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F262 OFB, 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

How do I check the history of F262 OFB?

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What year was F262 OFB registered?

F262 OFB is a 1988 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F262 OFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F262 OFB shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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