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Y257 OEU

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

72,187 mi
Last recorded72,187 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY257 OEU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 72,187 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 72,710 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 70,995 miles

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

Oil leak

serious corrosion to sump

Fail 20 Mar 2013 70,995 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 69,622 miles

Oil leak

sump heavey corrosion

Fail 22 Mar 2012 69,622 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

sump heavey corrosion

Pass 22 Mar 2011 67,664 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 67,664 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 65,801 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 65,801 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 17 Mar 2009 64,268 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 64,268 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 616,709 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 61,699 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2007 56,858 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 53,689 miles

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.

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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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?

The MOT history for Y257 OEU shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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