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P916 HVU

1996 Fiat Brava

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,152 mi
Last recorded135,152 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2008
Typical for 1996 Fiat Brava79,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP916 HVU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2008 135,152 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 135,152 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 115,404 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 115,404 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 93,899 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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P916 HVU is a 1996 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 79,910 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P916 HVU, 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 30 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 P916 HVU?

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What year was P916 HVU registered?

P916 HVU is a 1996 Fiat Brava, first registered on 25 November 1996.

Is P916 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P916 HVU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P916 HVU have outstanding finance?

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