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V223 JVU

2000 Fiat Bravo

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

45,408 mi
Last recorded45,408 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2013
Typical for 2000 Fiat Bravo69,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV223 JVU
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2013 45,408 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

wheel trims fitted on all 4 road wheels

Pass 5 Nov 2012 44,773 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

wheel trims fitted on all 4 road wheels

Pass 14 Nov 2011 43,897 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Nov 2011 43,885 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 42,983 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 42,003 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 42,003 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 31 Oct 2008 39,761 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 39,761 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 38,276 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 25 Oct 2007 38,237 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

hand brake travel close to limit

Pass 2 Nov 2006 36,716 miles

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

slight oil leak on gearbox

Pass 4 Nov 2005 32,294 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 32,294 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Bravo?

Based on 478,310 MOT tests across 49,250 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
6,290
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
49,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,204
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,672
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12,528
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 11,791
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V223 JVU is a 2000 Fiat Bravo in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 69,292 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 Bravo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V223 JVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Bravo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Fiat Bravo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V223 JVU registered?

V223 JVU is a 2000 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 January 2000.

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