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R275 TTP

1997 Fiat Marea Elx

White Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,166 mi
Last recorded179,166 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Fiat Marea Elx80,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR275 TTP
MakeFiat
ModelMarea Elx
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2006 179,166 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 160,070 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 160,070 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside rear brake back plate appears damp

How Reliable is the Fiat Marea Elx?

Based on 1,417 MOT tests across 324 vehicles.

60.2%
Pass Rate
6,762
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 198
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 161
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Direction indicator incorrect colour 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
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R275 TTP is a 1997 Fiat Marea Elx in White with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Marea Elx models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 80,385 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Marea Elx fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R275 TTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Marea Elx typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Marea Elx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R275 TTP registered?

R275 TTP is a 1997 Fiat Marea Elx, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R275 TTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R275 TTP 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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