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Y538 OHT

2001 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,957 mi
Last recorded84,957 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY538 OHT
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2013 84,957 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2013 84,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 82,912 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 82,912 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 81,564 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 79,910 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 76,735 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2008 74,117 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 74,117 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 71,399 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 71,399 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

secondary bonnet catc faulty

Pass 8 May 2006 57,930 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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Y538 OHT is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y538 OHT, 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 Y538 OHT registered?

Y538 OHT is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 30 May 2001.

Is Y538 OHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y538 OHT shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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