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Y265 GYC

2001 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,007 mi
Last recorded28,007 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY265 GYC
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 28,007 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 28,007 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill end cap (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill end cap (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 22,037 miles

n/s/f shock damp

rear springs corroded

Fail 19 Apr 2017 22,037 miles

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

rear springs corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2016 21,420 miles

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

coil spring worn both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 20,861 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 20,420 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 20,105 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 19,705 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2012 19,705 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 19,258 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 18,703 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 17,440 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 15,385 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 13,414 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 11,593 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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Y265 GYC is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 Y265 GYC, 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 Y265 GYC registered?

Y265 GYC is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y265 GYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y265 GYC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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