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V59 GFV

1999 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,190 mi
Last recorded79,190 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV59 GFV
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2012 79,190 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 75,665 miles

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

minor damage n/s/f wing/bumper

Pass 15 Jun 2010 71,162 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 65,045 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 56,012 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 44,659 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 44,659 miles

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

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

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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V59 GFV is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V59 GFV, 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

How do I check the history of V59 GFV?

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What year was V59 GFV registered?

V59 GFV is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 23 December 1999.

Is V59 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V59 GFV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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