CarVerify

Free Car Check

YR51 VEV

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,080 mi
Last recorded99,080 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 VEV
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2013 99,080 miles

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

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

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

nearside rear floor corroded but not excessive

Fail 9 Mar 2013 99,036 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

nearside rear floor corroded but not excessive

Pass 15 Mar 2012 96,992 miles

front subframe in poor condition

Fail 12 Mar 2012 96,919 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 94,880 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 94,821 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 93,019 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 92,976 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 90,776 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 90,916 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 87,011 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 81,053 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 80,964 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 69,981 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
Full Fiat Brava reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YR51 VEV is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR51 VEV, 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

How do I check the history of YR51 VEV?

You can check the full history of YR51 VEV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YR51 VEV registered?

YR51 VEV is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is YR51 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 VEV shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR51 VEV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YR51 VEV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.