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FWL 488S

1977 Fiat X1/9

Green Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,919 mi
Last recorded80,919 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 Fiat X1/958,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWL 488S
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2017 80,919 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 80,333 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 80,225 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 79,931 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 79,445 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 78,847 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 78,426 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 77,807 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 77,322 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 76,819 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 75,928 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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FWL 488S is a 1977 Fiat X1/9 in Green with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Fiat X1/9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 58,732 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 FWL 488S, 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 49 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 FWL 488S?

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What year was FWL 488S registered?

FWL 488S is a 1977 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 12 August 1977.

Is FWL 488S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWL 488S shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWL 488S have outstanding finance?

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