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N70 DDY

1998 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,695 mi
Last recorded87,695 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN70 DDY
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 87,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 87,685 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 82,709 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 76,811 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 75,387 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 75,387 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 73,423 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 70,692 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 68,563 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 68,563 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 67,506 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 64,625 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 60,523 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 55,399 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 55,399 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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N70 DDY is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 72,272 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 N70 DDY, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N70 DDY registered?

N70 DDY is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is N70 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N70 DDY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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