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W243 AVV

2000 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

126,695 mi
Last recorded126,695 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2011
Typical for 2000 Fiat Bravo69,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW243 AVV
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2011 126,695 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 126,691 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Air bag light is on indicating there is a fault

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Movement in drivers seat

N/S/F wheel is damaged

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

O/S/R tyre is perished and has a deep cut in the tread area

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear shockers are damp with oil

Tyre size 175/65/14

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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W243 AVV is a 2000 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 W243 AVV, 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 W243 AVV registered?

W243 AVV is a 2000 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 29 June 2000.

Is W243 AVV safe to buy?

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