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P198 PEX

1997 Fiat Bravo

Green Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,849 mi
Last recorded101,849 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 PEX
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2012 101,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2011 95,154 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 88,567 miles

Both bfront tyres perished (n/s also worn on edge)

N/S/ Front brake wear indicator broken

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 84,070 miles

nearside front floor weak

Fail 5 Nov 2009 84,070 miles

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

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

nearside front floor weak

Pass 17 Nov 2008 79,090 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 79,090 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 73,745 miles

Slight perishing n/s and o/s/f flexible brake hoses OK for MOT

Pass 13 Nov 2006 68,469 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 65,373 miles

brake pipes front to rear slightly rusty

slight gearbox oil leak

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo?

Based on 478,310 MOT tests across 49,250 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
6,290
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
49,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,204
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,672
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12,528
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 11,791
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P198 PEX is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Green with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 81,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Bravo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P198 PEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P198 PEX registered?

P198 PEX is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P198 PEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P198 PEX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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