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R281 MCD

1998 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,372 mi
Last recorded97,372 miles
Recorded on23 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 MCD
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2012 97,372 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2011 94,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

front brake discs slight wearing

Pass 14 May 2010 91,054 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 14 May 2010 91,054 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 May 2009 86,788 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 86,771 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 14 May 2008 81,310 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 74,688 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 67,120 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 64,828 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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R281 MCD is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R281 MCD, 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.

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What year was R281 MCD registered?

R281 MCD is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R281 MCD safe to buy?

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