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FXI 980

1989 Fiat X1/9

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,751 mi
Last recorded71,751 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2007
Typical for 1989 Fiat X1/956,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFXI 980
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2007 71,751 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 71,741 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 64,635 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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FXI 980 is a 1989 Fiat X1/9 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FXI 980, 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 FXI 980?

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What year was FXI 980 registered?

FXI 980 is a 1989 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 31 January 1989.

Is FXI 980 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FXI 980 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FXI 980 have outstanding finance?

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