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V623 JFB

1999 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

82,351 mi
Last recorded82,351 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV623 JFB
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Apr 2011 82,351 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 10 May 2010 76,540 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 76,518 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

High level stop lamp not working.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2009 71,947 miles

both rear coil springs heavily corroded

Fail 9 May 2009 71,947 miles

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

both rear coil springs heavily corroded

Pass 10 May 2008 68,230 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 63,867 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 60,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 May 2006 60,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside 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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V623 JFB is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V623 JFB, 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 V623 JFB registered?

V623 JFB is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V623 JFB safe to buy?

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