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P987 RAE

1996 Fiat Brava

Green Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

75,689 mi
Last recorded75,689 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Fiat Brava79,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP987 RAE
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2008 75,689 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2008 75,836 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2007
Fail 29 Jun 2007

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 63,740 miles

loud squeeking noise from n/s/f steering /suspension!

Fail 30 Jun 2006 63,692 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

air bag warning lamp staying on

Pass 30 Jun 2005 58,207 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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P987 RAE is a 1996 Fiat Brava in Green with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P987 RAE, 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 P987 RAE?

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What year was P987 RAE registered?

P987 RAE is a 1996 Fiat Brava, first registered on 10 October 1996.

Is P987 RAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P987 RAE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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