FIAT BRAVA (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 51 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
57%
Total Tests (2024)
51
Avg Mileage
70,624 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,027
Is the 2001 FIAT BRAVA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 25 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FIAT brand average of 83%.
At 23 years old, 57% of FIAT BRAVAs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 51 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 70,624 miles.
How does the 2001 FIAT BRAVA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 FIAT BRAVA has 70,624 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 2001 FIAT BRAVA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2001 FIAT BRAVA
The 2001 FIAT BRAVA is a small family car with a 1596cc petrol engine. 51 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 70,624 miles at 23 years old, FIAT BRAVA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2001 FIAT BRAVA Fuel Costs
The 1596cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 FIAT BRAVA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,027 (£169/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 57% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2001 FIAT BRAVA
At 23 years old, the FIAT BRAVA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 51 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2001 FIAT BRAVA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2003) 71% pass rate (+14%) from 29,898 tests
- MINI MINI (2003) 72% pass rate (+15%) from 25,713 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2003) 68% pass rate (+11%) from 22,313 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2003) 67% pass rate (+10%) from 21,166 tests