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Y596 FBW

2001 Fiat Brava

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

216,050 mi
Last recorded216,050 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY596 FBW
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 216,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 199,757 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 179,319 miles

front discs wearing thin

Pass 12 Feb 2010 163,266 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 163,094 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 149,084 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 148,335 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 131,704 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 118,094 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 118,094 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 101,962 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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Y596 FBW is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y596 FBW, 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 Y596 FBW registered?

Y596 FBW is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y596 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y596 FBW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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