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R980 NES

1997 Fiat Marea

Red Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Fiat Marea81,356 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 NES
MakeFiat
ModelMarea
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 May 2006

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Fiat Marea?

Based on 95,131 MOT tests across 14,968 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
6,008
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,968
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,706
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,249
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,195
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 3,373
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R980 NES is a 1997 Fiat Marea in Red with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Marea models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 81,356 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Marea fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 8,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R980 NES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R980 NES?

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What year was R980 NES registered?

R980 NES is a 1997 Fiat Marea, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is R980 NES safe to buy?

The MOT history for R980 NES shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R980 NES have outstanding finance?

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