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R854 HFG

1997 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,839 mi
Last recorded127,839 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Fiat Bravo81,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR854 HFG
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2012 127,839 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 116,387 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 102,778 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 87,127 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 87,123 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 74,945 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 74,938 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 71,205 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 71,196 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo?

Based on 478,310 MOT tests across 49,250 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
6,290
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
49,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,204
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,672
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12,528
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 11,791
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R854 HFG is a 1997 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 81,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Bravo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R854 HFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R854 HFG?

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What year was R854 HFG registered?

R854 HFG is a 1997 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R854 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R854 HFG shows 9 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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