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S59 BHW

1998 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,882 mi
Last recorded76,882 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS59 BHW
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2013 76,882 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 69,616 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 62,811 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2011 62,809 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2010 58,944 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 58,944 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 48,798 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 45,609 miles

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

N/S Wiper blade small tear but clearing screen

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 39,652 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 33,039 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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S59 BHW is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 72,272 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 S59 BHW, 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 28 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 S59 BHW registered?

S59 BHW is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 24 August 1998.

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