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P86 VAE

1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,316 mi
Last recorded65,316 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX86,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP86 VAE
MakeFiat
ModelBravo 1.6 SX
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2008 65,316 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 59,074 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 59,074 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 49,850 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX?

Based on 2,252 MOT tests across 490 vehicles.

61.4%
Pass Rate
6,894
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 340
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 139
Registration plate lamp not working 129
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 125
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P86 VAE is a 1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 86,997 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P86 VAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P86 VAE registered?

P86 VAE is a 1997 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P86 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P86 VAE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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