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R242 GVA

1998 Fiat Bravo

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,964 mi
Last recorded99,964 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 GVA
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2007 99,964 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 91,327 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 91,327 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

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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R242 GVA is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Blue 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 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 R242 GVA, 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

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What year was R242 GVA registered?

R242 GVA is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R242 GVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R242 GVA 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.

Does R242 GVA have outstanding finance?

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