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JIB 4256

1979 Fiat X1/9

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,469 mi
Last recorded78,469 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 1979 Fiat X1/946,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIB 4256
MakeFiat
ModelX1/9
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2013 78,469 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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JIB 4256 is a 1979 Fiat X1/9 in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JIB 4256, 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

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What year was JIB 4256 registered?

JIB 4256 is a 1979 Fiat X1/9, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is JIB 4256 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIB 4256 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.

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