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S970 ETV

1998 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,045 mi
Last recorded105,045 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS970 ETV
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2009 105,045 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

noise from offside and nearside front suspension at brake test.

Fail 13 Jun 2009 105,043 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

noise from offside and nearside front suspension at brake test.

Pass 16 Jun 2008 98,994 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 91,335 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 84,369 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 84,369 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

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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S970 ETV is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S970 ETV, 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 S970 ETV registered?

S970 ETV is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S970 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S970 ETV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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