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P103 XCN

1997 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

103,045 mi
Last recorded103,045 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava76,771 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP103 XCN
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2006 103,045 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 103,045 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 21 Oct 2006 102,881 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

high level centre brake light inop

moderate corrosion to front of bonnet edge

moderate corrosion to rear brake pipes around fuel tank area

moderate perishing to o/s/r tyre

slight play in n/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 15 Oct 2005 92,392 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 92,392 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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P103 XCN is a 1997 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 76,771 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 Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P103 XCN, 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 29 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P103 XCN?

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What year was P103 XCN registered?

P103 XCN is a 1997 Fiat Brava, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P103 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P103 XCN shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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