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P38 VFB

1997 Fiat Bravo

Green Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,916 mi
Last recorded138,916 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP38 VFB
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2012 138,916 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 138,916 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 135,417 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 131,725 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 127,116 miles

Both front tyres low on edges.

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

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

Offside rear shock absorber damp.

Steering rack damp.

Stone damage to windscreen.

Pass 25 Apr 2008 127,116 miles

Both front tyres low on edges.

Offside rear shock absorber damp.

Steering rack damp.

Stone damage to windscreen.

Pass 26 Apr 2007 126,461 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 126,053 miles

rear tyres starting to crack

slight amount of fluid around offside steering rack boot

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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P38 VFB is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Green with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P38 VFB, 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

How do I check the history of P38 VFB?

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What year was P38 VFB registered?

P38 VFB is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P38 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P38 VFB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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