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G91 MKW

1990 Fiat X1/9

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

57,440 mi
Last recorded57,440 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Fiat X1/953,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG91 MKW
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 28 May 2026 57,440 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Light intensity severely reduced (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade fixing slightly loose (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front headlight unit not retracting

Pass 3 Jul 2025 57,301 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2025 57,295 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 87,147 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2023 57,147 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 56,998 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 56,526 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 56,523 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 56,169 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 55,533 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2018 55,533 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 55,068 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 55,067 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Headlamp aim not tested BOTH (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 54,634 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 53,823 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 53,823 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 52,110 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 50,790 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 50,790 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 48,915 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 46,794 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 46,782 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 41,303 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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G91 MKW is a 1990 Fiat X1/9 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1990 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 53,823 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 G91 MKW, 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 36 years old, this Fiat X1/9 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G91 MKW registered?

G91 MKW is a 1990 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 26 March 1990.

Is G91 MKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G91 MKW shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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