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R285 BNO

1998 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,155 mi
Last recorded112,155 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 BNO
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2007 112,155 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 98,188 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 98,176 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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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R285 BNO is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R285 BNO, 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 R285 BNO registered?

R285 BNO is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R285 BNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R285 BNO 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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