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P408 RVX

1997 Fiat Bravo

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,562 mi
Last recorded95,562 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP408 RVX
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 95,562 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 92,223 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 84,726 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 76,539 miles

brake pedal stiff . low reading on rear service brake

Fail 7 Jul 2009 76,536 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

play in offside steering rack and gaiter damp . both side front bottom wishbone bushes soft . play in nearside front bottom ball joint .

rust on rear suspension and front. low reading offside rear brakes

Pass 29 Feb 2008 73,489 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres worn on limit inside edge

Pass 2 Mar 2007 68,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 62,137 miles

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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P408 RVX is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P408 RVX, 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.

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What year was P408 RVX registered?

P408 RVX is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P408 RVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P408 RVX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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