CarVerify

Free Car Check

P670 VHY

1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx

Black Petrol 1747cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

147,947 mi
Last recorded147,947 miles
Recorded on29 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx87,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP670 VHY
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.8 Elx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2008 147,947 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 147,947 miles

Nearside Front brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 12,570 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 128,570 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 22 Dec 2006 128,501 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2006 116,153 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 116,153 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx?

Based on 930 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

61.2%
Pass Rate
7,534
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 113
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 73
Registration plate lamp not working 58
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
Full Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P670 VHY is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx in Black with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.3% with a typical mileage of 87,480 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 1.8 Elx fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P670 VHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P670 VHY?

You can check the full history of P670 VHY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P670 VHY registered?

P670 VHY is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P670 VHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P670 VHY shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P670 VHY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P670 VHY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.