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BJ08 OUS

2008 Fiat Bravo

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

74,480 mi
Last recorded74,480 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 OUS
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 74,480 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2021 74,480 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 62,084 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

both headlight tarnished

Pass 15 May 2019 44,579 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 44,579 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 42,798 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 40,733 miles

eml showing

Pass 9 Mar 2016 38,968 miles

Front both fog lamps not working

Rear brake disc corroded

engine management warning lamp on

Fail 7 Mar 2016 38,968 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front both fog lamps not working

Rear brake disc corroded

engine management warning lamp on

Pass 27 Mar 2015 36,196 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 35,111 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2014 35,111 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 30,664 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 30,664 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 26,625 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 22,597 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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BJ08 OUS is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BJ08 OUS, 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 BJ08 OUS registered?

BJ08 OUS is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BJ08 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 OUS shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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