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R243 SEP

1998 Fiat Bravo

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,361 mi
Last recorded131,361 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 SEP
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2009 131,361 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2009 131,360 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 120,831 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 110,636 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 110,636 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2006 99,997 miles

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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R243 SEP is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R243 SEP, 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 R243 SEP?

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What year was R243 SEP registered?

R243 SEP is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R243 SEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R243 SEP shows 6 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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