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R404 KFB

1998 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,048 mi
Last recorded82,048 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 KFB
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2011 82,048 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2010 76,153 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 68,593 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 65,843 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 60,108 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 53,905 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust corroding

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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R404 KFB is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R404 KFB, 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

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What year was R404 KFB registered?

R404 KFB is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 27 July 1998.

Is R404 KFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 KFB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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