Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto reliable? We analysed 941 real MOT tests across 220 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and shock absorber has a serious fluid leak. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto.
Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 362 | 68.5% | 50,934 | 64,921 | 79,058 |
| 1997 | 546 | 66.5% | 55,097 | 68,964 | 79,160 |
How Long Does a Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto Last?
Based on 220 Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.5% MOT pass rate from 362 tests
66.5% MOT pass rate from 546 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.5% across 362 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto THIS CAR | 67.3% | 941 | 66,948 mi | 29 yrs |
| Fiat Punto | 68.7% | 6,712,102 | 61,468 mi | 32 yrs |
| Fiat 500 | 76.9% | 3,854,072 | 42,469 mi | 18 yrs |
| Fiat Ducato | 75% | 1,962,737 | 48,690 mi | 38 yrs |
| Land Rover Discovery R-dynamic S D MHEV A | 89.2% | 796 | 40,894 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.3% across 941 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (84 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (83), and shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (63). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto owner drives around 5,005 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Fiat Brava 1.6 SX Auto models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.