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S856 MLY

1998 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,098 mi
Last recorded30,098 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS856 MLY
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2014 30,098 miles

Both rear indicator lamps colouring fading but just within limits.

Front brake discs slightly worn/lipped.

Front brake pads approx. 80% worn.

N/S wiper blade slightly worn.

Suspect possible slight weep from O/S inner driveshaft oil seal.

Pass 13 Aug 2013 28,254 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 27,972 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 27,148 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 25,771 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,668 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 25,231 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 23,802 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 22,100 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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S856 MLY is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S856 MLY, 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.

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What year was S856 MLY registered?

S856 MLY is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 31 August 1998.

Is S856 MLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S856 MLY shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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