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R229 CSF

1998 Fiat Bravo

Blue Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,285 mi
Last recorded88,285 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR229 CSF
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 88,285 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 85,638 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 82,179 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 78,758 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 75,529 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 72,195 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 67,953 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 65,414 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 61,451 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 61,451 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 57,626 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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R229 CSF is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R229 CSF, 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 R229 CSF?

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What year was R229 CSF registered?

R229 CSF is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R229 CSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R229 CSF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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