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V448 MEU

2000 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,345 mi
Last recorded61,345 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2000 Fiat Brava67,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV448 MEU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 61,345 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 55,912 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 55,912 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 51,536 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front tyres perished

Pass 8 Sep 2011 40,922 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 41,771 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 38,355 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 36,113 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 33,483 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 29,322 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 29,286 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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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V448 MEU is a 2000 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 67,168 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 V448 MEU, 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 26 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 V448 MEU registered?

V448 MEU is a 2000 Fiat Brava, first registered on 10 February 2000.

Is V448 MEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V448 MEU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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