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S878 TET

1998 Fiat Brava

Green Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,941 mi
Last recorded105,941 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2010
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS878 TET
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2010 105,941 miles

Bonnet safety catch not always returning

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2010 105,870 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Bonnet safety catch not always returning

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 101,498 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 95,874 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 95,874 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 90,340 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 85,177 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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S878 TET is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Green with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S878 TET, 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 S878 TET registered?

S878 TET is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S878 TET safe to buy?

The MOT history for S878 TET shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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