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W397 VEU

2000 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

120,715 mi
Last recorded120,715 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2021
Typical for 2000 Fiat Bravo69,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW397 VEU
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2021 120,715 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 120,470 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 119,902 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 119,219 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 118,393 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 117,517 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 116,578 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 115,610 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 114,748 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 113,819 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 112,872 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 111,888 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 110,290 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 110,285 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)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 104,241 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

hand brake has high travel but not reaching its reserve

off side steering rack has slight play

oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2007 97,575 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Apr 2006 78,564 miles

1.Front no. plate cracked †2.Power steering drive belt cracking †3.Slight play in steering rack †4.Both front tyres cracking/scuffed †5.Brake pads not checked †6.Centre & rear sections of exhaust corroding

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 78,564 miles

1.Front no. plate cracked †2.Power steering drive belt cracking †3.Slight play in steering rack †4.Both front tyres cracking/scuffed †5.Brake pads not checked †6.Centre & rear sections of exhaust corroding

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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W397 VEU is a 2000 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W397 VEU, 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 W397 VEU registered?

W397 VEU is a 2000 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W397 VEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W397 VEU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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