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Y998 GEB

2001 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

95,301 mi
Last recorded95,301 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY998 GEB
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 95,301 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2018 95,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 89,665 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 May 2015 79,938 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 76,786 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 72,761 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 68,716 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

wipers do not park automaticaly

Fail 9 May 2012 68,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

nearside wiper blade split but clearing screen

wipers do not park automaticaly

Pass 13 May 2011 64,704 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

gear oil leak

Fail 13 May 2011 64,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

gear oil leak

Pass 18 May 2010 61,773 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 18 May 2010 61,772 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 21 May 2009 57,298 miles

Airbag warning light on.

Pass 1 May 2008 52,240 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 48,079 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 48,079 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 43,888 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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Y998 GEB is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y998 GEB, 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 Y998 GEB registered?

Y998 GEB is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 29 May 2001.

Is Y998 GEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y998 GEB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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