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R117 WLB

1998 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,411 mi
Last recorded51,411 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 WLB
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 51,411 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 50,501 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 49,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 49,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 47,633 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 44,311 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 38,653 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 31,395 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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R117 WLB is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 78,013 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 R117 WLB, 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 28 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 R117 WLB registered?

R117 WLB is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R117 WLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 WLB 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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