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W157 KCU

2000 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2010
Tests12 (5 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate41.7%

Mileage

116,738 mi
Last recorded116,738 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2010
Typical for 2000 Fiat Bravo69,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW157 KCU
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 7 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2010 116,738 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

slight blow on exhaust

slight handbrake travel

slight surface corrosion of some brake pipes

Pass 1 Dec 2009 106,702 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 106,702 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 77,537 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 98,868 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 86,360 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 86,344 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 30 Aug 2007 86,308 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 78,060 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 78,059 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 24 Aug 2005 63,785 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 63,785 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo?

Based on 478,310 MOT tests across 49,250 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
6,290
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
49,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,204
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,672
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12,528
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 11,791
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W157 KCU is a 2000 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 41.7%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 69,292 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 Bravo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W157 KCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Bravo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Fiat Bravo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W157 KCU registered?

W157 KCU is a 2000 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W157 KCU safe to buy?

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