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S288 VCF

1999 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,609 mi
Last recorded102,609 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2007
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX76,321 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS288 VCF
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 SX
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2007 102,609 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 102,609 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 91,215 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX?

Based on 3,699 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
6,508
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 549
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 373
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 209
Registration plate lamp not working 209
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 205
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S288 VCF is a 1999 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 76,321 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava 1.6 SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 549 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S288 VCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava 1.6 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of S288 VCF?

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What year was S288 VCF registered?

S288 VCF is a 1999 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX, first registered on 12 February 1999.

Is S288 VCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S288 VCF 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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