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S830 OFV

1998 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,013 mi
Last recorded55,013 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS830 OFV
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2013 55,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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)

Offside front tyre sidewall slightly cracked & perished

Offside headlight cracked

Fail 9 Jul 2013 55,012 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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)

Offside front tyre sidewall slightly cracked & perished

Offside headlight cracked

Pass 31 Jul 2012 47,502 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 47,085 miles

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

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

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

o/s rear tyre cracking on inner and outer sidewalls

Pass 1 Dec 2010 45,504 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 44,221 miles

hole in o/s headlight unit

Pass 28 Nov 2008 41,770 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 40,508 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 39,341 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 36,852 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 36,852 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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S830 OFV is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S830 OFV, 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 S830 OFV?

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What year was S830 OFV registered?

S830 OFV is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S830 OFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S830 OFV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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