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S553 BWS

1999 Fiat Brava 1.6 S

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,968 mi
Last recorded55,968 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS553 BWS
MakeFiat
ModelBrava 1.6 S
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2009 55,968 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

NOTE; rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 8 Jan 2009 55,968 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

NOTE; rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 52,492 miles

NOTE; surface corrosion to exhaust front to rear.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 49,193 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 49,183 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 31 Jan 2006 44,903 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Both rear flexible brake pipes cracked and perished.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 44,903 miles

Both rear flexible brake pipes cracked and perished.

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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S553 BWS is a 1999 Fiat Brava 1.6 S in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 S553 BWS, 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 27 years old, this Fiat Brava 1.6 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S553 BWS registered?

S553 BWS is a 1999 Fiat Brava 1.6 S, first registered on 26 January 1999.

Is S553 BWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S553 BWS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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