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R297 JBB

1998 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

98,476 mi
Last recorded98,476 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2006
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 JBB
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Dec 2006 98,476 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 94,702 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2005 94,702 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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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R297 JBB is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R297 JBB, 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 R297 JBB registered?

R297 JBB is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R297 JBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R297 JBB shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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