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R662 AEV

1997 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

63,309 mi
Last recorded63,309 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava76,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR662 AEV
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 63,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 63,308 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Sep 2011 43,644 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 43,644 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 41,753 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 39,379 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2009 39,379 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 37,178 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 35,430 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 35,430 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 33,061 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?

Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
5,649
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
58,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,026
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,561
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 22,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,482
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14,757
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R662 AEV is a 1997 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 76,771 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R662 AEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R662 AEV registered?

R662 AEV is a 1997 Fiat Brava, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R662 AEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R662 AEV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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