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S240 DHU

1998 Fiat Marea

Bronze Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,017 mi
Last recorded94,017 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Marea80,955 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS240 DHU
MakeFiat
ModelMarea
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2007 94,017 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 90,422 miles

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

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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S240 DHU is a 1998 Fiat Marea in Bronze with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Marea models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 80,955 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 S240 DHU, 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 28 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 S240 DHU?

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What year was S240 DHU registered?

S240 DHU is a 1998 Fiat Marea, first registered on 26 October 1998.

Is S240 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S240 DHU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S240 DHU have outstanding finance?

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