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BJ08 SZT

2008 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

53,216 mi
Last recorded53,216 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 SZT
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 53,216 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 53,207 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 45,808 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO N/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH REAR (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT WORN ON THE INNER SHOULDER (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Mar 2025 45,807 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO N/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH REAR (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT WORN ON THE INNER SHOULDER (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 41,892 miles

EXHAUST IN VERY POOR CONDITION

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH REAR (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 39,785 miles

EXHAUST BACK BOX IN POOR CONDITION

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH REAR (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT WORN ON THE OUTER SHOULDER + CRACKING (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 37,327 miles

BACK BOX IN POOR CONDITION

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH REAR (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 35,717 miles

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2020 33,487 miles

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

Front and rear pads wearing low

Fail 19 Mar 2020 33,487 miles

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

Front and rear pads wearing low

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 29,964 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 26,226 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 22,624 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

tyre cracking middle

tyre cracking middle

Pass 23 Mar 2016 20,057 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 17,849 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 16,425 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Mar 2013 14,001 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 9,106 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 5,669 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 SZT is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SZT, 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 SZT registered?

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

Is BJ08 SZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 SZT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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