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S889 MLY

1998 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,477 mi
Last recorded50,477 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS889 MLY
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2012 50,477 miles

front number plate tatty

Pass 18 Apr 2011 48,131 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 46,813 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 44,867 miles

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

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

front number plate tatty

Pass 5 Feb 2008 41,788 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 38,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front number plate tatty

Pass 9 Oct 2006 38,616 miles

front number plate tatty

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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S889 MLY is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S889 MLY, 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

How do I check the history of S889 MLY?

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What year was S889 MLY registered?

S889 MLY is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S889 MLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S889 MLY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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