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S123 SDB

1999 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,218 mi
Last recorded73,218 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS123 SDB
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2008 73,218 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 73,218 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 67,355 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 57,203 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 47,128 miles

nearside rear tyre sidewall perished,

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?

Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
5,649
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
58,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,026
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,561
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 22,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,482
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14,757
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S123 SDB is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 68,731 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S123 SDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S123 SDB?

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What year was S123 SDB registered?

S123 SDB is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 29 December 1999.

Is S123 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S123 SDB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S123 SDB have outstanding finance?

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