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R82 BNT

1998 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,221 mi
Last recorded102,221 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX81,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR82 BNT
MakeFiat
ModelBravo 1.6 SX
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2008 102,221 miles

rear lenses starting to fade

Fail 22 Oct 2008 102,221 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear lenses starting to fade

Pass 15 Oct 2007 93,132 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 87,027 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 87,027 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front and rear brake imbalance

Pass 30 Sep 2005 84,115 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX?

Based on 2,252 MOT tests across 490 vehicles.

61.4%
Pass Rate
6,894
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 340
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 139
Registration plate lamp not working 129
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 125
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R82 BNT is a 1998 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 81,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R82 BNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R82 BNT registered?

R82 BNT is a 1998 Fiat Bravo 1.6 SX, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is R82 BNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R82 BNT shows 6 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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