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V878 OEO

1999 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

118,491 mi
Last recorded118,491 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV878 OEO
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2011 118,491 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

The front brake pads and discs are worn

The steel brake pipes on this car have areas of slight corrosion

This vehicle has areas of slight corrosion on its underside

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2011 118,491 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

The front brake pads and discs are worn

The steel brake pipes on this car have areas of slight corrosion

This vehicle has areas of slight corrosion on its underside

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 114,776 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 114,776 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 112,036 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 107,625 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 90,902 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 90,902 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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V878 OEO is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 V878 OEO, 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

How do I check the history of V878 OEO?

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What year was V878 OEO registered?

V878 OEO is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 25 October 1999.

Is V878 OEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V878 OEO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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