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V358 FVR

2000 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

79,685 mi
Last recorded79,685 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2010
Typical for 2000 Fiat Brava67,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV358 FVR
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2010 79,685 miles

Both rear brake backplates corroded

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

Rear suspension components corroded!

Sump corroded and weaping oil!

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 2 Dec 2010 79,682 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Both rear brake backplates corroded

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

Rear suspension components corroded!

Sump corroded and weaping oil!

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 4 Dec 2009 72,586 miles

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

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

SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM SUMP

SLIGHT PLAY IN RACK O/S

Fail 4 Dec 2009 72,586 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM SUMP

SLIGHT PLAY IN RACK O/S

TRACKING CHECK AND ADJUST

Pass 3 Dec 2008 61,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

engine sump rusting

o/s mirror lens cracked

trim covers fitted

Fail 3 Dec 2008 61,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

engine sump rusting

o/s mirror lens cracked

trim covers fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2007 52,326 miles

brake fluid level low (topped up)

o/s door mirror cracked but still servicable

o/s/r door differcult to open from outside

Pass 15 Nov 2006 45,887 miles

minor body damage to o/s/f wing

minor wear in o/s/f bottom door hinge

Fail 15 Nov 2006 45,887 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

minor body damage to o/s/f wing

minor wear in o/s/f bottom door hinge

n/s/f door check strap pin minor wear

Pass 24 Nov 2005 40,114 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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V358 FVR is a 2000 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 V358 FVR, 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.

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What year was V358 FVR registered?

V358 FVR is a 2000 Fiat Brava, first registered on 9 February 2000.

Is V358 FVR safe to buy?

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