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Y298 HHW

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,149 mi
Last recorded75,149 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY298 HHW
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 75,149 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 71,351 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 68,148 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 65,427 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2012 61,193 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 61,063 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Drivers airbag warning light on.

Pass 3 Aug 2011 54,125 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 48,197 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 41,027 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 30,970 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 27,786 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 27,786 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 25,054 miles

non obligatory mirror damaged

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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Y298 HHW is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y298 HHW, 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 Y298 HHW registered?

Y298 HHW is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 31 July 2001.

Is Y298 HHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y298 HHW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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