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P451 YGB

1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX

Red Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,230 mi
Last recorded94,230 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX82,106 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP451 YGB
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 SX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2008 94,230 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 87,391 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 87,391 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 71,875 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 71,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX?

Based on 3,699 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
6,508
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 549
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 373
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 209
Registration plate lamp not working 209
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 205
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P451 YGB is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX in Red with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 82,106 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 1.6 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 549 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P451 YGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava 1.6 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P451 YGB registered?

P451 YGB is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P451 YGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P451 YGB 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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