CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y303 GAJ

2001 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

60,869 mi
Last recorded60,869 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY303 GAJ
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 60,869 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 60,774 miles

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

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 53,190 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 53,190 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 44,911 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 38,378 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 38,291 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

both front brake discs worn

Pass 28 Jul 2009 33,643 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 28,017 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 27,912 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2007 23,697 miles

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

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
Full Fiat Brava reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y303 GAJ is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 Y303 GAJ, 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

How do I check the history of Y303 GAJ?

You can check the full history of Y303 GAJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y303 GAJ registered?

Y303 GAJ is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 22 May 2001.

Is Y303 GAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y303 GAJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y303 GAJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y303 GAJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.