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R512 CHT

1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx

Grey Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,060 mi
Last recorded72,060 miles
Recorded on21 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx87,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR512 CHT
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.8 Elx
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2009 72,060 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 69,210 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 69,209 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 62,851 miles

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

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

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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R512 CHT is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx in Grey 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 R512 CHT, 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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What year was R512 CHT registered?

R512 CHT is a 1997 Fiat Brava 1.8 Elx, first registered on 10 November 1997.

Is R512 CHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R512 CHT 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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