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XJB 714L

1993 Fiat 850

Yellow Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

87,581 mi
Last recorded87,581 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 714L
MakeFiat
Model850
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 87,581 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 87,444 miles

oil leak from oil pressure light switch

Fail 13 Sep 2017 87,406 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings at jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings centre (6.1.B.2)

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

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

oil leak from oil pressure light switch

Pass 12 Sep 2016 87,349 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 87,349 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 86,972 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 86,730 miles

left hand front flasher lens damaged

steering column top bush worn

Pass 20 Sep 2013 86,549 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

left hand front flasher lens damaged

Pass 5 Jul 2012 85,896 miles

r/hand seatbelt poor routing

slight play n/s front king pin

slight play n/s front top trunion

slight play n/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 20 Jun 2011 85,491 miles

n/s rear inner wheel arch heavily corroded

o/s sill corroded and in poor condition

o/s sill to floor heavily corroded

slight blow on exhaust system

Fail 18 Jun 2011 85,486 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s rear inner wheel arch heavily corroded

o/s sill corroded and in poor condition

o/s sill to floor heavily corroded

slight blow on exhaust system

Pass 12 Jul 2010 83,906 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 83,578 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 May 2008 82,810 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 82,122 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 82,121 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2006 81,059 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 80,447 miles

Slight play in o/s & n/s front wheel bearings

Fail 10 May 2005 80,394 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

N/s/f flasher lamp lens damaged

How Reliable is the Fiat 850?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
577
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 26
position lamp(s) not working 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Stop lamp not working 18
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XJB 714L is a 1993 Fiat 850 in Yellow with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

The most common reason a Fiat 850 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XJB 714L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 33 years old, this Fiat 850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJB 714L registered?

XJB 714L is a 1993 Fiat 850, first registered on 1 April 1993.

Is XJB 714L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 714L shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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