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AK51 BGF

2001 Fiat Brava

Black Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2013
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,476 mi
Last recorded126,476 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 BGF
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 126,476 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 126,476 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 120,207 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 111,712 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Feb 2010 111,642 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 104,376 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 93,532 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 84,708 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 81,569 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 65,611 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 96,381 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 BGF is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Black with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BGF, 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 BGF registered?

AK51 BGF is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is AK51 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 BGF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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