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R902 KAE

1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,736 mi
Last recorded122,736 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX79,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR902 KAE
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 SX
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2008 122,736 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

engine misfire

Pass 7 Sep 2007 120,098 miles

Battery insecure

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Aug 2007 120,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Battery insecure

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2006 119,391 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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R902 KAE is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 79,768 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 R902 KAE, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Brava 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 R902 KAE registered?

R902 KAE is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX, first registered on 28 May 1998.

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