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P342 MDU

1997 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava76,771 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP342 MDU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2009

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2008

o/s headlamp cracked

Fail 10 Dec 2008

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s headlamp cracked

Pass 15 Dec 2007 92,437 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 92,435 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Off-Side front head lamp lenze cracked

Pass 24 Nov 2006 87,446 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2006 87,446 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

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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P342 MDU is a 1997 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 P342 MDU, 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 P342 MDU?

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What year was P342 MDU registered?

P342 MDU is a 1997 Fiat Brava, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is P342 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P342 MDU shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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