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S993 VUX

1998 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,096 mi
Last recorded133,096 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo78,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS993 VUX
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2011 133,096 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 124,840 miles

Rear suspension corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2010 124,840 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2009 116,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

bad oil leak from engine

Pass 11 Apr 2008 102,049 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 86,233 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 73,715 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 69,553 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 69,553 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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S993 VUX is a 1998 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S993 VUX, 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.

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What year was S993 VUX registered?

S993 VUX is a 1998 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is S993 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S993 VUX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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