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S797 UVX

1998 Fiat Brava

Black Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

103,725 mi
Last recorded103,725 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2006
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS797 UVX
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2006 103,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2006 103,657 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 100,859 miles

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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S797 UVX is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Black with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 S797 UVX, 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

How do I check the history of S797 UVX?

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What year was S797 UVX registered?

S797 UVX is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is S797 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S797 UVX shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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