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T982 RFB

1999 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,977 mi
Last recorded88,977 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2007
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT982 RFB
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2007 88,977 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2007 88,975 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 80,724 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 80,724 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 73,709 miles

brake pad warning light on

front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 7 Nov 2005 73,709 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

brake pad warning light on

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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T982 RFB is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T982 RFB, 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 T982 RFB registered?

T982 RFB is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T982 RFB safe to buy?

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