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AM08 VJK

2008 Fiat Bravo

Silver Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,079 mi
Last recorded115,079 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 VJK
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 115,079 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 111,928 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 109,832 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 109,822 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 96,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear handbrake needs attention

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 90,932 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear tyres side walls cracking

Fail 7 Apr 2018 90,932 miles

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear tyres side walls cracking

Pass 7 Apr 2017 84,753 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 84,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 80,247 miles

both nearside and offside rear tyres deteriorated

nail/screw in offside rear tyre

offside front tyre deteriorated, inner edge of tread area worn low

Fail 4 Apr 2016 80,247 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both nearside and offside rear tyres deteriorated

nail/screw in offside rear tyre

offside front tyre deteriorated, inner edge of tread area worn low

Pass 5 Dec 2015 77,558 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside parking brake cable outer casing split

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 68,523 miles

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 6 Mar 2014 62,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear exhaust box rusted but not damaged to allow a leak

Pass 12 Mar 2013 52,525 miles

corrosion on rear silencer

wear on discs

Fail 8 Mar 2013 52,415 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

corrosion on rear silencer

wear on discs

Pass 17 Mar 2012 41,507 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 41,507 miles

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)

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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AM08 VJK is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Silver with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 67,766 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 AM08 VJK, 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 18 years old, this Fiat Bravo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM08 VJK registered?

AM08 VJK is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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