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R54 TBU

1997 Fiat Bravo

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

141,009 mi
Last recorded141,009 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2006
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 TBU
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2006 141,009 miles

chip in windscreen

front to rear metal brake pipes corroding

n/s/f metal brake pipe corroding

slight play in n/s/r radius arm pivot pin

Fail 13 Jan 2006 141,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

chip in windscreen

front to rear metal brake pipes corroding

n/s/f metal brake pipe corroding

slight play in n/s/r radius arm pivot pin

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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R54 TBU is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R54 TBU, 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 R54 TBU registered?

R54 TBU is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R54 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 TBU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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