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V681 JJN

1999 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

397,895 mi
Last recorded397,895 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2009
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV681 JJN
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2009 397,895 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 39,787 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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

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

Coolant leak

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

front brake pads wearing low

vehicle is close to over heating

Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,611 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 36,611 miles

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

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

all wheel trims missing

coolant level low

damage to front floors

exhaust rattle-exhaust corroded

front number plate faded

offside front tyre worn on edge

slight fraying of nearside rear seatbelt

Pass 24 Jul 2007 30,424 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 30,424 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

off side front track rod end rubber split

slight damp patch near side rear shocker

Pass 24 Jul 2006 23,190 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 23,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front number plate marked

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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V681 JJN is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V681 JJN, 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 V681 JJN registered?

V681 JJN is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is V681 JJN safe to buy?

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