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P478 SSU

1996 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

70,901 mi
Last recorded70,901 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2006
Typical for 1996 Fiat Bravo82,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP478 SSU
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2006 70,901 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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P478 SSU is a 1996 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 82,538 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 Bravo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P478 SSU, 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 30 years old, this Fiat Bravo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P478 SSU registered?

P478 SSU is a 1996 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P478 SSU safe to buy?

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