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R353 EEU

1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx

Red Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,222 mi
Last recorded72,222 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx83,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 EEU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 Elx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2008 72,222 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 65,230 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 59,918 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx?

Based on 846 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

61.9%
Pass Rate
6,371
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 77
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Registration plate lamp not working 39
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R353 EEU is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx in Red with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 83,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R353 EEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R353 EEU?

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What year was R353 EEU registered?

R353 EEU is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R353 EEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R353 EEU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R353 EEU have outstanding finance?

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