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Y718 JVW

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,767 mi
Last recorded106,767 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY718 JVW
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2011 106,767 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges.

o/s/r door wont open from out side.

Fail 8 Dec 2011 106,767 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges.

o/s/r door wont open from out side.

Pass 2 Dec 2010 100,138 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front number plate starting to deteriorate

o/s/r foot brake slightly low force.

Pass 28 Oct 2009 87,669 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 70,203 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Nov 2007 55,123 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 53,431 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 44,845 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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Y718 JVW is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc 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 Y718 JVW, 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 Y718 JVW registered?

Y718 JVW is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y718 JVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y718 JVW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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