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T478 VHW

1999 Fiat Bravo

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,596 mi
Last recorded136,596 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2012
Typical for 1999 Fiat Bravo73,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT478 VHW
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2012 136,596 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 134,532 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 125,258 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 116,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 116,969 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 106,222 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 106,221 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 89,186 miles

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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T478 VHW is a 1999 Fiat Bravo in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 73,131 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 T478 VHW, 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 27 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 T478 VHW?

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What year was T478 VHW registered?

T478 VHW is a 1999 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 22 April 1999.

Is T478 VHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T478 VHW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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