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S98 FBF

1998 Fiat Brava

Bronze Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,459 mi
Last recorded106,459 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava72,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS98 FBF
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2007 106,459 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 99,687 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 99,667 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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S98 FBF is a 1998 Fiat Brava in Bronze with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S98 FBF, 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 S98 FBF registered?

S98 FBF is a 1998 Fiat Brava, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is S98 FBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S98 FBF shows 3 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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