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AK51 CXN

2001 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,779 mi
Last recorded83,779 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 CXN
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 83,779 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 83,772 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 77,409 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

front tyres on limit time test inner edges

various corrosion various places

various parts exhausht deteriating

Fail 7 Sep 2012 77,333 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 has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

front tyres on limit time test inner edges

various corrosion various places

various parts exhausht deteriating

Pass 31 Aug 2011 70,804 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

o/s/f tyre wearing close to/on limit time test

various brake hoses deteriating

various parts/rear exhausht deteriating

Pass 27 Sep 2010 67,343 miles

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

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

o/s/f brake discs very poor condition

rear box deteriating

rear pads look like getting low?

Pass 1 Aug 2009 61,227 miles

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

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)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 56,359 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

handle for bonnet release was tucked away under dash resucured handle and bonnet release works

near side front disk lipped on inner edge

rad corroded at bottom edges

rear wiper split

Fail 23 Aug 2008 56,359 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

handle for bonnet release was tucked away under dash resucured handle and bonnet release works

near side front disk lipped on inner edge

rad corroded at bottom edges

rear wiper split

Pass 1 Sep 2007 45,469 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 35,313 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 35,309 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 17 Nov 2005 33,850 miles

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

Offside front has worn inner edge.

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 CXN is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 CXN, 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 CXN registered?

AK51 CXN is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is AK51 CXN safe to buy?

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