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SVU 225W

1981 Fiat X1/9

Silver Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,755 mi
Last recorded70,755 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 Fiat X1/961,146 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVU 225W
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2016 70,755 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Handbrake performance just met requirements

Offside Rear Track control arm distorted

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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SVU 225W is a 1981 Fiat X1/9 in Silver with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 61,146 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 SVU 225W, 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 45 years old, this Fiat X1/9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SVU 225W?

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What year was SVU 225W registered?

SVU 225W is a 1981 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is SVU 225W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVU 225W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SVU 225W have outstanding finance?

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