Fiat Bravo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Bravo reliable? We analysed 478,310 real MOT tests across 49,250 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Bravo is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Bravo.
Fiat Bravo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Bravo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Bravo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Bravo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Bravo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Bravo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Bravo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Bravo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Bravo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Bravo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 720 | 74.0% | 35,756 | 54,167 | 76,151 |
| 2013 | 1,944 | 75.9% | 37,456 | 58,991 | 84,633 |
| 2012 | 4,475 | 74.7% | 41,240 | 64,242 | 90,302 |
| 2011 | 8,430 | 73.6% | 42,684 | 66,377 | 91,329 |
| 2010 | 16,761 | 72.8% | 42,434 | 65,494 | 90,100 |
| 2009 | 47,498 | 71.3% | 41,849 | 64,928 | 90,098 |
| 2008 | 87,324 | 70.3% | 44,600 | 67,766 | 93,482 |
| 2007 | 90,128 | 72.0% | 43,998 | 66,853 | 91,646 |
| 2003 | 58 | 70.7% | 40,648 | 60,758 | 75,839 |
| 2002 | 4,152 | 64.8% | 45,634 | 62,059 | 81,365 |
| 2001 | 50,206 | 64.6% | 46,778 | 63,412 | 81,954 |
| 2000 | 43,347 | 63.8% | 53,863 | 69,292 | 86,307 |
| 1999 | 39,673 | 63.0% | 57,862 | 73,131 | 89,671 |
| 1998 | 39,223 | 63.5% | 62,360 | 78,013 | 95,300 |
| 1997 | 26,973 | 62.5% | 65,918 | 81,770 | 99,012 |
| 1996 | 16,503 | 62.5% | 65,978 | 82,538 | 99,006 |
| 1995 | 641 | 61.2% | 67,838 | 84,996 | 98,692 |
How Long Does a Fiat Bravo Last?
Based on 49,250 Fiat Bravo vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Bravo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Bravo 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 Bravo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.9% MOT pass rate from 1,944 tests
61.2% MOT pass rate from 641 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Bravo is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.9% across 1,944 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Bravo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Bravo THIS CAR | 67.8% | 478,310 | 70,055 mi | 30 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 |
| Mercedes-benz V | 77.2% | 145,330 | 82,938 mi | 29 yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Bravo trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fiat BravoShould you buy a used Fiat Bravo?
The Fiat Bravo has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.8% across 478,310 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Fiat Bravo are brake pipe excessively corroded (30,204 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (24,596), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (14,672). 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 Bravo owner drives around 6,290 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 Bravo models stay on UK roads for around 30 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.