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RJ51 VFU

2001 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,469 mi
Last recorded84,469 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Fiat Bravo63,412 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 VFU
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 84,469 miles

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

Nearside Front wing has damage

Fail 26 Apr 2016 84,469 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wing has damage

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2015 82,081 miles

front exhaust mount rusty

Pass 25 Oct 2013 73,963 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 73,961 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 70,546 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 65,842 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 61,763 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 55,415 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 50,250 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 45,169 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 45,169 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 39,039 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 39,039 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 33,817 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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RJ51 VFU is a 2001 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RJ51 VFU, 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 RJ51 VFU registered?

RJ51 VFU is a 2001 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is RJ51 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 VFU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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