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N524 YCH

1996 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,893 mi
Last recorded37,893 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Fiat Brava79,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN524 YCH
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 37,893 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 37,108 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 36,521 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 35,579 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 34,355 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 33,589 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 32,963 miles

both front tyre walls deteriorated

Pass 14 Apr 2011 32,181 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2010 31,123 miles

front tyres are slightly detiorated

Pass 14 Apr 2009 29,954 miles

rear tyres side walls detiorated

Pass 14 Apr 2008 28,828 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 28,828 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 26,879 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 12 Apr 2006 25,897 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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N524 YCH is a 1996 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N524 YCH, 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 N524 YCH registered?

N524 YCH is a 1996 Fiat Brava, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is N524 YCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N524 YCH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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