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XTM 401S

1978 Fiat 127

Blue Petrol 1049cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,563 mi
Last recorded23,563 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Fiat 12734,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTM 401S
MakeFiat
Model127
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,049cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 23,563 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 23,240 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 22,781 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 22,781 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 22,479 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 21,635 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,995 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 20,684 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 19,620 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 127?

Based on 1,515 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
1,073
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 24
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XTM 401S is a 1978 Fiat 127 in Blue with a 1,049cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 Fiat 127 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 34,890 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 127 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XTM 401S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 127 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Fiat 127 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XTM 401S?

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What year was XTM 401S registered?

XTM 401S is a 1978 Fiat 127, first registered on 22 February 1978.

Is XTM 401S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTM 401S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XTM 401S have outstanding finance?

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