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P688 DPB

1997 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,173 mi
Last recorded116,173 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP688 DPB
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2011 116,173 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 113,169 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2009 109,855 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 106,307 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 103,524 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 100,666 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 98,444 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 98,444 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

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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P688 DPB is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P688 DPB, 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.

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What year was P688 DPB registered?

P688 DPB is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P688 DPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P688 DPB 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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