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AK51 DHG

2001 Fiat Brava

Black Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,325 mi
Last recorded100,325 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2012 100,325 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 100,325 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2011 88,357 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 88,357 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 82,946 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 82,946 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2009 78,835 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 71,568 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 62,960 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 62,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 52,830 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 39,632 miles

centre exhaust corroded

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 DHG is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Black with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DHG, 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 DHG registered?

AK51 DHG is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is AK51 DHG safe to buy?

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