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R481 EEU

1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX

Red Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,349 mi
Last recorded129,349 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2005
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX82,106 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 EEU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 SX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2005 129,349 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 129,349 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX?

Based on 3,699 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
6,508
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 549
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 373
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 209
Registration plate lamp not working 209
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 205
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R481 EEU is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX in Red with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 82,106 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 Brava 1.6 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 549 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R481 EEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R481 EEU registered?

R481 EEU is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R481 EEU safe to buy?

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