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W285 HGV

2000 Fiat Bravo

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,574 mi
Last recorded81,574 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2010
Typical for 2000 Fiat Bravo69,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW285 HGV
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2010 81,574 miles

Oil leak

o/s/r outerside light inop

silght play in steering rack

Fail 24 Feb 2010 81,461 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Feb 2009 73,349 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

catalyst broken up inside

Pass 21 Feb 2009 73,349 miles

catalyst broken up inside

Pass 26 Feb 2008 64,884 miles

front tyres wearing inside.

Fail 26 Feb 2008 64,884 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres wearing inside.

Pass 21 Feb 2007 55,452 miles

steering feels notchy

Fail 19 Feb 2007 55,451 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

steering feels notchy

Pass 28 Feb 2006 46,041 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 46,039 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front wipers split

o/s/front tyre scrubbing inside edge and tread low

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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W285 HGV is a 2000 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 W285 HGV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W285 HGV registered?

W285 HGV is a 2000 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W285 HGV safe to buy?

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