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R722 DHU

1997 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,603 mi
Last recorded55,603 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava76,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR722 DHU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2011 55,603 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 55,603 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 53,707 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 51,074 miles

advise both front tyres small cuts on sidewalls

Pass 3 Dec 2008 49,708 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 47,980 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 45,903 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 45,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 44,697 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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R722 DHU is a 1997 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R722 DHU, 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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How do I check the history of R722 DHU?

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What year was R722 DHU registered?

R722 DHU is a 1997 Fiat Brava, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is R722 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R722 DHU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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