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X242 SBW

2000 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,400 mi
Last recorded91,400 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2011
Typical for 2000 Fiat Bravo69,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX242 SBW
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2011 91,400 miles

oil leak from gearbox/engine, unable to ascertain where from

Pass 8 Oct 2010 85,326 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 85,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 77,806 miles

advise offide front tyre looks low on pressure.recommend checking pressures.

Pass 6 Oct 2008 69,406 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 69,406 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 63,274 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 52,748 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 43,715 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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X242 SBW is a 2000 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 69,292 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 X242 SBW, 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 26 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 X242 SBW?

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What year was X242 SBW registered?

X242 SBW is a 2000 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X242 SBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X242 SBW 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.

Does X242 SBW have outstanding finance?

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