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Y389 GSC

2001 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,575 mi
Last recorded90,575 miles
Recorded on7 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY389 GSC
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2012 90,575 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 90,570 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)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

clutch noisy.

exhaust hanger broken.

management light illuminated on dash.

nail in nearside rear tyre tread.

slight play on offside front steering rack arm.

Pass 18 Apr 2011 84,283 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

only 50% of high level brake light working

Pass 30 Apr 2010 78,097 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 May 2009 72,921 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside front brake disk starting to corrode

offside front inner driveshaft boot slightly leaking

only 50% of the center stop light working

Pass 15 Apr 2008 68,172 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 63,996 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 57,652 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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Y389 GSC is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y389 GSC, 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 Y389 GSC registered?

Y389 GSC is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is Y389 GSC safe to buy?

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