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P117 XPN

1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,786 mi
Last recorded94,786 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX86,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP117 XPN
MakeFiat
ModelBravo 1.6 SX
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2007 94,786 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Offside door lower hinge broken.

Parking brake lever has some sideways travel, operation is unaffected.

Fail 13 Jun 2007 94,786 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Offside door lower hinge broken.

Parking brake lever has some sideways travel. operation is un affected.

Pass 6 Jun 2006 85,736 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 78,684 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2005 78,684 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX?

Based on 2,252 MOT tests across 490 vehicles.

61.4%
Pass Rate
6,894
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 340
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 139
Registration plate lamp not working 129
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 125
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P117 XPN is a 1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 86,997 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 Bravo 1.6 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P117 XPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P117 XPN registered?

P117 XPN is a 1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P117 XPN safe to buy?

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