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V254 HBU

1999 Fiat Brava

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,557 mi
Last recorded116,557 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV254 HBU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2011 116,557 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 110,515 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front tyre outter sidewall damaged but not deep enough to show cords!!

Fail 19 May 2010 110,455 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front tyre outter sidewall damaged but not deep enough to show cords!!

Pass 2 Sep 2009 109,039 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

near sides front tyre wall cut

Pass 3 Mar 2009 107,485 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/f tyre has cut on outer wall

Pass 10 Mar 2008 97,885 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 90,813 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 79,159 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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V254 HBU is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 68,731 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V254 HBU, 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 27 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V254 HBU registered?

V254 HBU is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 16 December 1999.

Is V254 HBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V254 HBU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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