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Y265 URP

2001 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

67,117 mi
Last recorded67,117 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 67,117 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Some corrosion on front sub frame

Fail 1 Apr 2015 67,117 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Some corrosion on front sub frame

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2014 60,931 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 55,103 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2013 55,103 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 44,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 38,648 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 32,776 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 32,111 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 28,951 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 28,946 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 25,670 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 22,297 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 URP is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,242cc 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 Y265 URP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y265 URP registered?

Y265 URP is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y265 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y265 URP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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