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T855 XAT

1999 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

149,402 mi
Last recorded149,402 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT855 XAT
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2011 149,402 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 146,658 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 145,396 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 145,203 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2009 138,355 miles

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 136,221 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 130,597 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 123,567 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 123,567 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

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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T855 XAT is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 68,731 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 T855 XAT, 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 27 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 T855 XAT registered?

T855 XAT is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 14 July 1999.

Is T855 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T855 XAT 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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