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R248 GAE

1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto

White Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,788 mi
Last recorded92,788 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto64,921 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR248 GAE
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 SX Auto
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2008 92,788 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 92,616 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 87,212 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 87,086 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2006 82,500 miles

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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R248 GAE is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto in White with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R248 GAE, 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 R248 GAE registered?

R248 GAE is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R248 GAE safe to buy?

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