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Y117 RGV

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,266 mi
Last recorded128,266 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY117 RGV
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 128,266 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2014 128,226 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 115,947 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 105,813 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2011 96,169 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Apr 2011 96,169 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2010 87,353 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 79,108 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 70,851 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres starting to perrish

Fail 13 May 2008 70,849 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

both front tyres starting to perrish

Pass 24 May 2007 62,310 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 52,768 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 52,768 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2005 44,557 miles

Front Brake Pads Low and Worn

Front tyres getting low on tread.

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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Y117 RGV is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y117 RGV, 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.

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What year was Y117 RGV registered?

Y117 RGV is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y117 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y117 RGV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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