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R253 JRP

1998 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,326 mi
Last recorded137,326 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 JRP
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2009 137,326 miles

front brake flexi hoses perishing

rear nearside metal brake pipe corroding

windscreen chipped

Pass 22 Aug 2008 128,159 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 118,438 miles

Oil leak

front brake flexi hoses starting to perish

rear metal brake pipes corroding

windscreen chipped zone A

Pass 15 May 2006 103,928 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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R253 JRP is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R253 JRP, 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 R253 JRP registered?

R253 JRP is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R253 JRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R253 JRP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R253 JRP have outstanding finance?

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