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R172 CSC

1998 Fiat Bravo

Blue Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,380 mi
Last recorded87,380 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR172 CSC
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2011 87,380 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 82,633 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 82,633 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both sills soft

rear brakes slight bind

Pass 10 Aug 2009 77,924 miles

Rear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 71,190 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 66,446 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 66,381 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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R172 CSC is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R172 CSC, 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

How do I check the history of R172 CSC?

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What year was R172 CSC registered?

R172 CSC is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R172 CSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R172 CSC 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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