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R52 FHW

1997 Fiat Bravo

Green Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

698,753 mi
Last recorded698,753 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 FHW
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2010 698,753 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

exhaust repaired in front pipe +corrsion in footwell to sill edge

some damage to n/s front of vehicle also to head lamp fixings but secure managed to ajust in to alignmemt

Fail 9 Feb 2010 98,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

exhaust repaired in front pipe +corrsion in footwell to sill edge

Fail 2 Feb 2010 98,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front to Rear metal brake pipe is corroded.

Imbalance on Rear service brakes Offside reading lower than Nearside.

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front floorpan is corroded not within a prescribed area. A welded repair is advised.

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

Parking brake ratchet is worn.

Pass 10 Jan 2009 80,734 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Jan 2008 70,456 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 70,456 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 52,512 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 52,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

n/s/front wiper blade has slight tear.

o/s/rear lamp unit has broken outer lens

rear wiper blade is completely torn.

Pass 12 Jan 2006 46,524 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo?

Based on 478,310 MOT tests across 49,250 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
6,290
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
49,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,204
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,672
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12,528
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 11,791
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R52 FHW is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Green with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 81,770 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 Bravo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R52 FHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R52 FHW registered?

R52 FHW is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is R52 FHW safe to buy?

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