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R173 HNH

1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx

Cream Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,194 mi
Last recorded102,194 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx87,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 HNH
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.8 Elx
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2007 102,194 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 95,765 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 85,874 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 85,753 miles

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Near side rear tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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
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R173 HNH is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx in Cream with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R173 HNH, 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.

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How do I check the history of R173 HNH?

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What year was R173 HNH registered?

R173 HNH is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R173 HNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R173 HNH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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