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P523 RMB

1997 Fiat Brava

White Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,881 mi
Last recorded94,881 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava76,771 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP523 RMB
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2011 94,881 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

near side sill has damage but no sharp edges

Fail 16 Dec 2011 94,862 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

near side sill has damage but no sharp edges

Pass 17 Dec 2010 88,556 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 80,026 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 69,345 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 62,958 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 57,437 miles

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

noted, nearside outer sill damaged but no holes or sharp edges.

Pass 20 Sep 2005 47,727 miles

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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P523 RMB is a 1997 Fiat Brava in White with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P523 RMB, 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.

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What year was P523 RMB registered?

P523 RMB is a 1997 Fiat Brava, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P523 RMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P523 RMB 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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