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AM08 VLX

2008 Fiat Bravo

Silver Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

88,535 mi
Last recorded88,535 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 88,535 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 88,535 miles

Front Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 84,891 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 9 May 2019 84,889 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 78,066 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% 2 out of 8 not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 78,066 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% 2 out of 8 not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leaking from engine

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre heavily worn on inner edge

Rear Lower engine mounting bracket not fully secure Bolt loose (6.1.D.1b)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 May 2017 72,364 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 May 2017 72,364 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2016 65,805 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 65,490 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn low on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Unable to carry out full inspection of nearside rear seat belt due to child seat fitted

Fail 15 May 2015 60,125 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 May 2015 60,125 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 May 2014 54,492 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 May 2013 43,930 miles

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

Exhaust system in poor condition.

both rear tyres perished.

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge.

o/s wiper in poor condition.

recommend tracking check.

Pass 2 May 2012 33,936 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 May 2011 24,511 miles

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 VLX is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Silver with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VLX, 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.

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What year was AM08 VLX registered?

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

Is AM08 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 VLX shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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