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F40 NLB

1988 Fiat X1/9

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25,508 mi
Last recorded25,508 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Fiat X1/961,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF40 NLB
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 25,508 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 25,500 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 25,499 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 25,434 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 24,689 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 24,158 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 24,152 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system hose to caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 23,250 miles

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 23,014 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 22,721 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 21,942 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 21,098 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 20,222 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 18,714 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,352 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 14,659 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 14,505 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 14,454 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 14,416 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 14,108 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 14,089 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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F40 NLB is a 1988 Fiat X1/9 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 F40 NLB, 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 F40 NLB registered?

F40 NLB is a 1988 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F40 NLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F40 NLB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F40 NLB have outstanding finance?

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