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P290 XFR

1997 Fiat Marea

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Fiat Marea81,356 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP290 XFR
MakeFiat
ModelMarea
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2007
Fail 2 Oct 2007

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 80,558 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 80,558 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jul 2005 75,402 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Marea?

Based on 95,131 MOT tests across 14,968 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
6,008
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,968
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,706
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,249
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,195
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 3,373
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P290 XFR is a 1997 Fiat Marea in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Marea models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 81,356 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 Marea fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 8,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P290 XFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P290 XFR?

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What year was P290 XFR registered?

P290 XFR is a 1997 Fiat Marea, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P290 XFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P290 XFR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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