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Y197 MDM

2001 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,395 mi
Last recorded70,395 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY197 MDM
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2013 70,395 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 61,166 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 57,643 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 55,006 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 52,063 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 50,020 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 47,040 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 47,040 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 43,963 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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Y197 MDM is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y197 MDM, 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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How do I check the history of Y197 MDM?

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What year was Y197 MDM registered?

Y197 MDM is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y197 MDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y197 MDM shows 9 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.

Does Y197 MDM have outstanding finance?

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