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DV51 VBC

2001 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,207 mi
Last recorded89,207 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Fiat Bravo63,412 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV51 VBC
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2012 89,207 miles

corrosion on brake pipes.

deterioration to front lower arm bushes.

Pass 28 Apr 2011 83,025 miles

deterioration to front lower arm bushes.

leaks on exhaust.

offside front tyre worn close to limit and metal in tread.

Pass 16 Apr 2010 74,123 miles

ABS light flickered on during test but went out on brake application.

corrosion to brake pipes.

deterioration to front lower arm bushes but not resulting in excessive movement.

front tyres worn on edges.

rear tyres worn to 2mm.Nearside front tyre worn to 2mm.

Pass 28 Mar 2009 65,129 miles

corrosion to brake pipes.

deterioration to front lower arm bushes.

front brake pads worn.Re-check within 3 months or 3000 miles.

offside rear tyre worn below 3mm.

Pass 1 Apr 2008 56,653 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 56,648 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 47,599 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 47,581 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2005 32,758 miles

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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DV51 VBC is a 2001 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DV51 VBC, 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.

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What year was DV51 VBC registered?

DV51 VBC is a 2001 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 December 2001.

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