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SG51 NMU

2001 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2012
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

102,777 mi
Last recorded102,777 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 NMU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2011 102,777 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

front sub frame rusty

slight handbrake lever travel

Pass 19 Aug 2010 94,147 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 94,132 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 84,994 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 84,994 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 73,391 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 73,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 22 Aug 2007 61,892 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 61,892 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 49,127 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 49,127 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 31 Aug 2005 35,134 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2005 35,134 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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SG51 NMU is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 SG51 NMU, 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 SG51 NMU registered?

SG51 NMU is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SG51 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 NMU shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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