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V579 LAE

1999 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

58,765 mi
Last recorded58,765 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV579 LAE
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2016 58,765 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 58,765 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 47,879 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack (2.3.3b)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack (2.3.3b)

nail in offside rear tyre.

Pass 10 Dec 2014 44,671 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 44,671 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 43,662 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 42,331 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 40,636 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 38,931 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 37,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 37,149 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 34,821 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 32,088 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 32,088 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 29,116 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 29,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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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V579 LAE is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 V579 LAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V579 LAE registered?

V579 LAE is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 21 December 1999.

Is V579 LAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V579 LAE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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