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Y171 CEG

2001 Fiat Brava

Green Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

144,229 mi
Last recorded144,229 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY171 CEG
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2010 144,229 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 138,160 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 138,160 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 137,969 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 132,091 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2008 132,091 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 116,329 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 116,329 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 110,672 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 87,955 miles

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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Y171 CEG is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Green with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 Y171 CEG, 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 Y171 CEG registered?

Y171 CEG is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y171 CEG safe to buy?

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