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R128 BWX

1997 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,020 mi
Last recorded119,020 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 BWX
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2009 119,020 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear road springs rusty

drivers seat assembly slightly lose

Pass 15 Jul 2008 111,155 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

antiroll bar drop link arms rubbers split ( both sides)

both rear road springs rusty

drivers door mirror cracked

drivers seat lose on frame

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jul 2007 102,816 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 95,029 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 94,997 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

battery insecure

both lower arm front bushes are perished

both lower ball joints dust cover are split

child seat obviously incorrectly fitted

dampness around rack

oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2005 86,495 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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R128 BWX is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R128 BWX, 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 R128 BWX registered?

R128 BWX is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R128 BWX safe to buy?

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