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R487 OTE

1998 Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX

Black Petrol 1370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,203 mi
Last recorded117,203 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX76,959 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 OTE
MakeFiat
ModelBravo 1.4 SX
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,370cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2007 117,203 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 117,199 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 113,337 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX?

Based on 4,212 MOT tests across 927 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
927
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 605
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 365
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 278
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 246
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 215
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R487 OTE is a 1998 Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX in Black with a 1,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 76,959 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 605 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R487 OTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R487 OTE registered?

R487 OTE is a 1998 Fiat Bravo 1.4 SX, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R487 OTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R487 OTE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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