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S319 SBJ

1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

124,416 mi
Last recorded124,416 miles
Recorded on6 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX79,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS319 SBJ
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 SX
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2009 124,416 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2009 124,308 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Fail 5 Feb 2008 110,053 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 110,053 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 102,973 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 92,555 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2006 92,555 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX?

Based on 3,699 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
6,508
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 549
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 373
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 209
Registration plate lamp not working 209
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 205
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S319 SBJ is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 79,768 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 1.6 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 549 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S319 SBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava 1.6 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S319 SBJ?

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What year was S319 SBJ registered?

S319 SBJ is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S319 SBJ safe to buy?

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