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R231 DTC

1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,645 mi
Last recorded78,645 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto64,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 DTC
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 SX Auto
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2007 78,645 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Jan 2007 74,350 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 70,250 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto?

Based on 941 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
5,005
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 84
Brake pipe excessively corroded 83
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 63
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Direction indicator incorrect colour 37
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R231 DTC is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 64,921 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 Brava 1.6 SX Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R231 DTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R231 DTC registered?

R231 DTC is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R231 DTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R231 DTC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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