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R494 WGX

1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,604 mi
Last recorded84,604 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx77,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 WGX
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 Elx
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2007 84,604 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 75,494 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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R494 WGX is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 77,786 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 R494 WGX, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R494 WGX registered?

R494 WGX is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R494 WGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 WGX shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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