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V269 GBC

1999 Fiat Brava

Green Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

125,564 mi
Last recorded125,564 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV269 GBC
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 125,564 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 124,122 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 122,378 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 122,378 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 119,023 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Sep 2017 115,371 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 4 Sep 2017 115,359 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 112,009 miles

Centre Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Sep 2015 106,104 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 106,096 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 98,119 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 90,114 miles

n/s hand brake low

Fail 4 Sep 2013 90,114 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

n/s hand brake low

Pass 5 Sep 2012 80,849 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 80,778 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear exhaust deteriorated.

Pass 5 Sep 2011 71,768 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 63,395 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 56,122 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall, no cord or ply exposed.

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 47,299 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 40,791 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 34,823 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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V269 GBC is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Green with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 V269 GBC, 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 V269 GBC registered?

V269 GBC is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 22 December 1999.

Is V269 GBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V269 GBC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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