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AXI 642

1987 Fiat X1/9

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

121,078 mi
Last recorded121,078 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Fiat X1/965,387 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAXI 642
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 121,078 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 120,721 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 120,446 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 119,711 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 119,466 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 119,104 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 118,523 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 118,143 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 117,562 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 117,557 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 117,004 miles

offside nearside front brake pads worn in pad carrier

Pass 14 Aug 2015 115,547 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 111,040 miles

engine has oil leaks

Pass 14 May 2008 104,951 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 104,826 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 May 2007 98,830 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

brake pedel feels spongy

Pass 31 May 2006 93,664 miles

nearside rear suspension jiont rubber boot split open

rear brake pads getting low

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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AXI 642 is a 1987 Fiat X1/9 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1987 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 65,387 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 AXI 642, 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 39 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 AXI 642?

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What year was AXI 642 registered?

AXI 642 is a 1987 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 30 November 1987.

Is AXI 642 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AXI 642 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AXI 642 have outstanding finance?

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