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AY08 XLF

2008 Fiat Bravo

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2024
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

182,783 mi
Last recorded182,783 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 XLF
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 182,783 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 177,362 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 177,184 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear outtersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength complete outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 170,884 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 164,953 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2020 164,953 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 157,381 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 157,381 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 145,966 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 135,325 miles

Central Front Coolant leak ()

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

Fail 15 Jan 2018 135,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Central Front Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 123,954 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 123,954 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 115,088 miles

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

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

all tyres under inflated

Pass 23 Feb 2015 112,013 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

Fail 21 Feb 2015 112,013 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

Pass 13 Mar 2014 101,634 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Mar 2014 101,634 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear heatshield loose/insecure.

rear plastic under tray loose/insecure.

Pass 12 Mar 2013 82,865 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 12 Mar 2013 82,865 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 65,269 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 65,267 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Wiper Blade Torn But Clears The Screen

Fail 7 Mar 2011 48,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 48,570 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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AY08 XLF is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 AY08 XLF, 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 AY08 XLF registered?

AY08 XLF is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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