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R797 KRC

1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX

Purple Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

128,881 mi
Last recorded128,881 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX82,106 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR797 KRC
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 SX
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2009 128,881 miles

Damp in headlamps. Backing on rear number plate lifting.

Pass 20 Feb 2008 127,273 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 127,233 miles

Nearside Outer Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Outer Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

No key for fuel tank cap.

Slight damage to f/n/s seat belt. Some LED not working in high level stop lamp.

Pass 12 Feb 2007 124,143 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 124,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight damage to r/o/s seat belt. Crackes in rear tyre walls. One exhaust mount at rear broken.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 120,305 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 120,305 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

front suspension bushes perished

near side front tyre 3mm

oil leaks

rear indicators faided

slight movement steering rack

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX?

Based on 3,699 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
6,508
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 549
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 373
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 209
Registration plate lamp not working 209
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 205
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R797 KRC is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX in Purple with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 82,106 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 Brava 1.6 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 549 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R797 KRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava 1.6 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R797 KRC registered?

R797 KRC is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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