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AK51 VRW

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,750 mi
Last recorded74,750 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 VRW
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 74,750 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 70,250 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 65,889 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2014 65,889 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 62,811 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 59,907 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 57,074 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 57,057 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 54,241 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 51,238 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 51,238 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 48,696 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 46,772 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 14 Oct 2005 44,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

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 VRW is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VRW, 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

How do I check the history of AK51 VRW?

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What year was AK51 VRW registered?

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

Is AK51 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 VRW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK51 VRW have outstanding finance?

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