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AK51 VGT

2001 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,038 mi
Last recorded71,038 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2016 71,038 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded near side front to rear as marked (3.6.B.2c)

Emissions not tested exhaust blowing so badly vehicle not fit for emissions test (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter sheared off at middle section (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too high both head lights (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer body sill as marked (5.2.6)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear as marked (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated as marked (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened as marked this is unrepairable and a replacement sub frame is required (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearing legal limit at time of test (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearing legal limit at time of test (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearing legal limit at time of test (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

under side of vehicle very rusty

Pass 29 Jun 2015 66,520 miles

exhaust poor

oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2014 63,389 miles

exhaust poor

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

underside of car rusty

Pass 29 Jun 2013 59,816 miles

play in wheels

suspension worn week rusty

Fail 26 Jun 2013 59,784 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

play in wheels

suspension worn week rusty

Pass 19 Jun 2012 55,553 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 50,038 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

front off side flexi recliped into retaining bracket

Fail 24 Jun 2010 43,382 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 43,382 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2009 36,908 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 33,517 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 28,868 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 24,250 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 24,250 miles

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

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

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

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

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 VGT is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VGT, 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 VGT registered?

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

Is AK51 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 VGT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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