MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,230 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Fiat 124?
Based on 21,976 MOT tests across 3,263 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XLJ 883S is a 1978 Fiat 124 in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1978 Fiat 124 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 41,250 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Fiat 124 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XLJ 883S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Fiat 124 typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 48 years old, this Fiat 124 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of XLJ 883S?
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What year was XLJ 883S registered?
XLJ 883S is a 1978 Fiat 124, first registered on 31 December 1978.
Is XLJ 883S safe to buy?
The MOT history for XLJ 883S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does XLJ 883S have outstanding finance?
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