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Y185 LNF

2001 Fiat Brava

Gold Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,007 mi
Last recorded56,007 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY185 LNF
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 56,007 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak from gearbox, nearside inner cv boot.

Fail 4 Nov 2014 45,269 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 45,269 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 37,500 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 34,164 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 32,130 miles

o/s front lower ball joint slight free play

o/s front tyre tread low and cracks in sidewall;advise replacement

Fail 1 Aug 2011 32,129 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

o/s front lower ball joint slight free play

o/s front tyre tread low and cracks in sidewall;advise replacement

Pass 3 Aug 2010 29,334 miles

front sub frame corrosion coming through

Fail 2 Aug 2010 29,333 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

front pads low;o/s inner

front sub frame corrosion coming through

Pass 27 Jul 2009 26,591 miles

front sub frame corrosion showing

Pass 29 Jul 2008 23,972 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 21,150 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 18,659 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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Y185 LNF is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Gold with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y185 LNF, 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 Y185 LNF registered?

Y185 LNF is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 6 August 2001.

Is Y185 LNF safe to buy?

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