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R31 JHT

1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 S

Red Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

105,395 mi
Last recorded105,395 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2010
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 S83,961 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 JHT
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2010 105,395 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Nov 2010 105,395 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 100,321 miles

n/s/f b/pipe getting rusty

Fail 13 Aug 2009 100,321 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f b/pipe getting rusty

Pass 8 Aug 2008 94,869 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 94,869 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 88,787 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 84,402 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 79,659 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2005 79,659 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 S?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

60.6%
Pass Rate
6,287
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 84
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 77
Direction indicator incorrect colour 35
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
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R31 JHT is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 S in Red with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 83,961 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 1.6 S fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R31 JHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava 1.6 S typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R31 JHT registered?

R31 JHT is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 S, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R31 JHT safe to buy?

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