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P56 PTU

1997 Fiat Bravo

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

65,453 mi
Last recorded65,453 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP56 PTU
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 65,453 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 63,518 miles

advise cant see brake pads clearly wheel trims fitted ok in brake tester

Fail 18 Feb 2015 63,497 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

advise cant see brake pads clearly wheel trims fitted ok in brake tester

Pass 21 Feb 2014 61,609 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 59,391 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 56,924 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 56,924 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 54,568 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 52,150 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 52,150 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 48,630 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 48,630 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 45,805 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 42,994 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 42,994 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 39,811 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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P56 PTU is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P56 PTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P56 PTU registered?

P56 PTU is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P56 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P56 PTU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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