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S823 GKO

1998 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

175,660 mi
Last recorded175,660 miles
Recorded on5 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS823 GKO
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2009 175,660 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 1 May 2009 175,659 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Pass 3 May 2008 164,739 miles

front number plate just servicable.

Fail 2 May 2008 164,734 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

front number plate just servicable.

Pass 1 May 2007 156,998 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 156,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2006 150,164 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 6 Feb 2006 150,135 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo?

Based on 478,310 MOT tests across 49,250 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
6,290
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
49,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,204
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,672
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12,528
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 11,791
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S823 GKO is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 78,013 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 Bravo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S823 GKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S823 GKO registered?

S823 GKO is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S823 GKO safe to buy?

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