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R560 BFB

1997 Fiat Marea Hlx

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,154 mi
Last recorded117,154 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Fiat Marea Hlx82,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR560 BFB
MakeFiat
ModelMarea Hlx
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2007 117,154 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 117,154 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 111,838 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Marea Hlx?

Based on 590 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

58.3%
Pass Rate
7,452
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 71
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 58
Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
Direction indicator incorrect colour 46
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R560 BFB is a 1997 Fiat Marea Hlx in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Marea Hlx models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.2% with a typical mileage of 82,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Marea Hlx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R560 BFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R560 BFB registered?

R560 BFB is a 1997 Fiat Marea Hlx, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R560 BFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R560 BFB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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