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V780 GHY

1999 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,416 mi
Last recorded121,416 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2011
Typical for 1999 Fiat Brava68,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV780 GHY
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2011 121,416 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 116,433 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear service brake has just met the requirements, it would appear that the servivce brake will require a further look into.

Fail 9 Jan 2010 116,433 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 110,234 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 101,512 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 96,269 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front to rear metal brake pipes are corroded.

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

Nearside rear indicator outer lens is broken.

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

Oil leak

Fail 13 Dec 2006 96,196 miles

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front to Rear metal brake pipes are corroded.

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

Nearside rear indicator outer cover is broken.

Nearside rear metal brake pipe is corroded.

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

Offside rear metal brake pipe is corroded.

Oil leak

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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V780 GHY is a 1999 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V780 GHY, 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 V780 GHY?

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What year was V780 GHY registered?

V780 GHY is a 1999 Fiat Brava, first registered on 20 December 1999.

Is V780 GHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V780 GHY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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