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DPF 791T

1979 Fiat X1/9

Silver Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,879 mi
Last recorded90,879 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Fiat X1/946,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPF 791T
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 90,879 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 89,710 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 85,361 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 77,840 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 77,592 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 76,067 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 73,660 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 72,608 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 72,432 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 70,281 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 68,479 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 67,304 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 66,524 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 66,186 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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DPF 791T is a 1979 Fiat X1/9 in Silver with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1979 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 46,814 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 DPF 791T, 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 47 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 DPF 791T?

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What year was DPF 791T registered?

DPF 791T is a 1979 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 28 June 1979.

Is DPF 791T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPF 791T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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