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G901 XLW

1989 Fiat X1/9

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,248 mi
Last recorded114,248 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 1989 Fiat X1/956,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG901 XLW
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 114,248 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight mask/converters fitted (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight mask/converters fitted (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 111,981 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 109,473 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 104,294 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 104,294 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 103,517 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 103,460 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 103,260 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 103,257 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2005 100,581 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 100,581 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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G901 XLW is a 1989 Fiat X1/9 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G901 XLW, 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.

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What year was G901 XLW registered?

G901 XLW is a 1989 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 23 August 1989.

Is G901 XLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G901 XLW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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