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N418 KFV

1996 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

98,472 mi
Last recorded98,472 miles
Recorded on19 May 2012
Typical for 1996 Fiat Brava79,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN418 KFV
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2012 98,472 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 6 May 2011 94,089 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 94,082 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 13 May 2010

BOOT FLOOR H/C VARIOUS

CORROSION UNDER CAR VARIOUS

Fail 10 May 2010

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

BOOT FLOOR H/C VARIOUS

CORROSION UNDER CAR VARIOUS

Pass 11 May 2009 87,111 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 83,154 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 83,151 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 May 2007 78,521 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 73,694 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 May 2006 73,683 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?

Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
5,649
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
58,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,026
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,561
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 22,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,482
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14,757
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N418 KFV is a 1996 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 79,910 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N418 KFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N418 KFV registered?

N418 KFV is a 1996 Fiat Brava, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N418 KFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N418 KFV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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