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EF51 CVW

2001 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

74,914 mi
Last recorded74,914 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 CVW
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2012 74,914 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2011 65,143 miles

both rear coil springs have surface corrosion

front screen is chipped

nearside rear tyre outer side wall perishing and outer wheel rim damaged

Fail 13 May 2011 65,143 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear coil springs have surface corrosion

front screen is chipped

nearside rear tyre outer side wall perishing and outer wheel rim damaged

Pass 13 May 2010 54,519 miles

nearside front tyre has 2mm tread

nearside rear outer wheel rim slightly damaged

Fail 13 May 2010 54,519 miles

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

nearside front tyre has 2mm tread

nearside rear outer wheel rim slightly damaged

Pass 14 May 2009 43,408 miles

nearside front shock absorber is damp

offside rear shock absorber is damp

Fail 14 May 2009 43,401 miles

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

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

nearside front shock absorber is damp

offside rear shock absorber is damp

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread

Pass 19 Nov 2007 38,807 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 38,807 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 26,711 miles

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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EF51 CVW is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,596cc 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 EF51 CVW, 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

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What year was EF51 CVW registered?

EF51 CVW is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is EF51 CVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 CVW shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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