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AK51 AVJ

2001 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,572 mi
Last recorded55,572 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 AVJ
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2011 55,572 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jul 2011 55,568 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2010 44,109 miles

Engine management lamp illuminated indicating fault

Front tyres different size to rear tyres(F:175/70 14 R:175/65 14)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 May 2009 34,174 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 30,086 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 May 2008 30,086 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 25,258 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 22,676 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?

Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
5,649
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
58,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,026
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,561
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 22,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,482
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14,757
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AK51 AVJ is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 63,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK51 AVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK51 AVJ registered?

AK51 AVJ is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is AK51 AVJ safe to buy?

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