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BF51 VWA

2001 Fiat Bravo

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

95,576 mi
Last recorded95,576 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2009
Typical for 2001 Fiat Bravo63,412 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 VWA
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2009 95,576 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 95,576 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 82,152 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 60,032 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 42,515 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

vehicle has had major body repair to both sides

Fail 24 Aug 2006 42,493 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

vehicle has had major body repair to both sides †

Fail 12 Jul 2006 42,469 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo?

Based on 478,310 MOT tests across 49,250 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
6,290
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
49,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,204
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,672
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12,528
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 11,791
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BF51 VWA is a 2001 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 63,412 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 Bravo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF51 VWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Bravo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Fiat Bravo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF51 VWA?

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What year was BF51 VWA registered?

BF51 VWA is a 2001 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is BF51 VWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 VWA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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