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S157 FAP

1999 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,564 mi
Last recorded72,564 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS157 FAP
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 72,564 miles

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

front inner brake discs scored and corroded

o/s/r brake pipe becoming corroded

Pass 7 Jan 2014 72,024 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion to rear exhaust box

Fail 7 Jan 2014 72,024 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion to rear exhaust box

Pass 23 Jan 2013 71,081 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion to rear exhaust sliencer

Fail 16 Jan 2013 71,080 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

front inner brake discs scored and corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2012 67,778 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 64,330 miles

slight brake bind to o/s/r

Pass 20 Jan 2010 61,578 miles

front brake discs becoming scored and corroded

handbrake lever adjustment high

Pass 16 Jan 2009 58,030 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 53,822 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 48,595 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

light misting of oil on PAS rack

Pass 16 Jan 2006 44,584 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

corrosion to rear road springs

misting of oil on the steering rack

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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S157 FAP is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S157 FAP, 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 S157 FAP?

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What year was S157 FAP registered?

S157 FAP is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S157 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S157 FAP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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