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P514 THU

1997 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,955 mi
Last recorded100,955 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava76,771 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP514 THU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2008 100,955 miles

N/S front tyre cut in side wall

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 95,263 miles

N/S front tyre cut in outer side wall

Fail 20 Aug 2007 95,007 miles

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

O/S/F tyre side wall cut not to cords

Pass 19 Feb 2007 89,638 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 89,638 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake pipes along n/s becoming rusty and weak!exhaust system becoming rusty.slight play at offside steering rack!

Pass 22 Feb 2006 78,717 miles

nearside rear tyre at outer treads wearing out and just! on legal limit!

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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P514 THU is a 1997 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P514 THU, 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 P514 THU?

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What year was P514 THU registered?

P514 THU is a 1997 Fiat Brava, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P514 THU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P514 THU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P514 THU have outstanding finance?

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