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S459 DHW

1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx

Black Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,114 mi
Last recorded71,114 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx77,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS459 DHW
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 Elx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2008 71,114 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx?

Based on 846 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

61.9%
Pass Rate
6,371
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 77
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Registration plate lamp not working 39
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S459 DHW is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx in Black with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 77,786 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S459 DHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was S459 DHW registered?

S459 DHW is a 1998 Fiat Brava 1.6 Elx, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S459 DHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S459 DHW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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