MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
72,187 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
back box in very poor condition (corroded)
both front anti roll bar links perished (not resulting in any movement)
both front brake pipes corroding
both front too rear brake pipes corroding
engine oil leak
o.s.f tyre low tread and sidewall perished
Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
back box in very poor condition (corroded)
both front anti roll bar links perished (not resulting in any movement)
both front brake pipes corroding
both front too rear brake pipes corroding
engine oil leak
o.s.f tyre low tread and sidewall perished
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Oil leak
serious corrosion to sump
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Oil leak
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
serious corrosion to sump
Oil leak
sump heavey corrosion
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Oil leak
sump heavey corrosion
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
both front tyers age cracks to side wall
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
both front tyers age cracks to side wall
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
both front wiper blades are starting to deteriorate
engine oil sump is corroded
o/s rear reflector is slightly damaged but able to function as normal
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
offside rear brake pipe corroded
oil sump corroded
rear brake pipes has been greased
unable to fully inspect boot due to covers fitted
How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?
Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y257 OEU is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.
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 Y257 OEU, 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 Y257 OEU registered?
Y257 OEU is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 21 March 2001.
Is Y257 OEU safe to buy?
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