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R196 BCH

1998 Fiat Unknown

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

208,873 mi
Last recorded208,873 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 BCH
MakeFiat
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 208,873 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under car rust

Pass 7 Oct 2021 206,654 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in between axle 2 an 3. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 206,635 miles

Central Front Lower Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front subframe/radiator support/cross member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Upper Exhaust system insecure exhaust rubber mounting perished and broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side axle 3. (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play axle 2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play axle 3 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in between axle 2 an 3. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play axle 3 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play axle 4 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 204,664 miles

Central Front chassis rail brace corroded

Exhaust mounting defective 2x rubber mountings u/s (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2019 204,602 miles

All outline marker lamps not working n/s and o/s top front (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2nd axle (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2nd axle (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front chassis rail brace corroded

Exhaust mounting defective 2x rubber mountings u/s (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Fiat Unknown?

Based on 25,968 MOT tests across 4,659 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
4,659
On UK Roads
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R196 BCH is a 1998 Fiat Unknown in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The Fiat Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R196 BCH is a 1998 Fiat Unknown, first registered on 21 July 1998.

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