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R326 DOU

1998 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,841 mi
Last recorded70,841 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 DOU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2012 70,841 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 70,118 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 69,171 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 68,221 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 67,182 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 67,182 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2007 66,129 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 66,121 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 64,914 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 64,914 miles

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?

Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
5,649
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
58,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,026
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,561
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 22,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,482
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14,757
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R326 DOU is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 72,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R326 DOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R326 DOU?

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What year was R326 DOU registered?

R326 DOU is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R326 DOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R326 DOU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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