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FY51 HGJ

2001 Fiat Bravo

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

79,920 mi
Last recorded79,920 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Fiat Bravo63,412 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 HGJ
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 79,920 miles

Rear slight play in both rear trailing arm bushes

Fail 1 Jul 2016 79,632 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering subframe (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering subframe (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear slight play in both rear trailing arm bushes

Fail 11 Jun 2015 73,608 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Jun 2015 73,608 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Jul 2014 66,507 miles

brake pipe corroded,

Fail 24 Jun 2014 66,507 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake pipe corroded,

Pass 10 Jul 2013 60,287 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 60,285 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 49,107 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2012 48,839 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 41,759 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 29,641 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2010 29,641 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 25,499 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 25,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 23,528 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 19,887 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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FY51 HGJ is a 2001 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 FY51 HGJ, 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

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What year was FY51 HGJ registered?

FY51 HGJ is a 2001 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is FY51 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 HGJ shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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