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S257 MMO

1999 Fiat Brava

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,485 mi
Last recorded92,485 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2008
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS257 MMO
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2008 92,485 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 8 Feb 2008 92,306 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 76,937 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

centre brake light inop

Fail 31 Jan 2007 76,937 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

centre rear brake light inop

Pass 21 Feb 2006 58,207 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 57,985 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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S257 MMO is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S257 MMO, 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

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What year was S257 MMO registered?

S257 MMO is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 3 February 1999.

Is S257 MMO safe to buy?

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