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Y578 LVW

2001 Fiat Brava

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,826 mi
Last recorded91,826 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY578 LVW
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2016 91,826 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded From front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From flexi to compensator. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From flexi to w/cylinder. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded From front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded From Flexi. to m/cylinder. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From flexi to compensator. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill excessively corroded. (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 90,435 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 88,794 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 87,379 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 84,758 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 81,897 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 78,633 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 74,303 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 71,198 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 67,601 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 67,581 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Both front wiper blades split.

Pass 9 Jun 2006 64,601 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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Y578 LVW is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y578 LVW, 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 Y578 LVW registered?

Y578 LVW is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y578 LVW safe to buy?

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