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NJ51 GRU

2000 Fiat Brava

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,770 mi
Last recorded98,770 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 2000 Fiat Brava67,168 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ51 GRU
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 98,770 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 92,028 miles

FRONT DISCS PITTED IN SURFACES

Pass 9 Jul 2010 83,836 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 83,836 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

handbrake poor n/s/r may need shoes, reqs stripping to check. high level brake light not working

Pass 28 Jul 2009 69,025 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 54,636 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 43,865 miles

exhaust corroded.

offside wiper blade deteriorated.

Fail 31 Jul 2007 43,865 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

exhaust corroded.

offside wiper blade deteriorated.

Pass 26 Jul 2006 38,944 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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NJ51 GRU is a 2000 Fiat Brava in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 67,168 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 NJ51 GRU, 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 26 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 NJ51 GRU?

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What year was NJ51 GRU registered?

NJ51 GRU is a 2000 Fiat Brava, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is NJ51 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ51 GRU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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