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AK51 XAT

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,487 mi
Last recorded100,487 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2011
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 XAT
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2011 100,487 miles

front brake discs corroded and worn thin

Fail 1 Apr 2011 100,487 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs corroded and worn thin

Pass 1 Apr 2010 88,956 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 71,668 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 71,662 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 54,472 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 54,440 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2006 45,535 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 36,184 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 36,036 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (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 XAT is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XAT, 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 XAT registered?

AK51 XAT is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is AK51 XAT safe to buy?

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