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S972 MLY

1998 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

199,007 mi
Last recorded199,007 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS972 MLY
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 199,007 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 191,891 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 180,806 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 168,267 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 160,837 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 151,360 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2009 151,360 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2008 143,815 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 134,508 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 125,539 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 98,135 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 98,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

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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S972 MLY is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S972 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S972 MLY registered?

S972 MLY is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 31 August 1998.

Is S972 MLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S972 MLY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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