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X429 CHT

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,198 mi
Last recorded76,198 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2009
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX429 CHT
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2009 76,198 miles

REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD LOOSE

slight play in nsr sus arm bush

Fail 28 Sep 2009 75,460 miles

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

slight play in nsr suspention arm bush

Pass 12 Sep 2008 57,743 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 57,742 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 50,636 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 50,636 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 45,996 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2006 45,996 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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X429 CHT is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 63,317 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 Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X429 CHT, 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 25 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X429 CHT registered?

X429 CHT is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is X429 CHT safe to buy?

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