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BJ08 OUV

2008 Fiat Bravo

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

162,283 mi
Last recorded162,283 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 OUV
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 162,283 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced undercarriage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped may increase will need replacing at a later stage (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 152,419 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 152,419 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 134,666 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 123,339 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 116,436 miles

Nearside Front tyre - wearing on outer edge

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

oil leek from engine area

Fail 13 Apr 2017 116,436 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front tyre - wearing on outer edge

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

brake fluid level low

coolant level low

oil leek from engine area

Pass 25 Apr 2016 107,533 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 96,720 miles

Centre Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

exhaust back box outer skin coroded

o/s/front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 20 Apr 2015 96,720 miles

Centre Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

exhaust back box outer skin coroded

o/s/front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Apr 2014 87,462 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 87,462 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 75,125 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 62,399 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 46,828 miles

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)

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 OUV is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OUV, 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 BJ08 OUV registered?

BJ08 OUV is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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