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AK51 CVD

2001 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,921 mi
Last recorded90,921 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 CVD
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 90,921 miles

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

front/rear coil springs corroded

front/rear floor pans surface corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2017 87,522 miles

Offside Rear tyre tread starting to wear low

Rear subframe/suspension components heavily surface corroded.

surface corrosion to floor pans-front to rear

Fail 17 Jan 2017 87,516 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre tread starting to wear low

Rear subframe/suspension components heavily surface corroded.

surface corrosion to floor pans-front to rear

Pass 12 Feb 2016 85,394 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 85,391 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 83,956 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 79,585 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 75,490 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 71,623 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 66,859 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 62,172 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 56,580 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 50,810 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 50,810 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 45,665 miles

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

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 CVD is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CVD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK51 CVD registered?

AK51 CVD is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is AK51 CVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 CVD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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