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DV08 OVK

2008 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,407 mi
Last recorded120,407 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 OVK
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2026 120,407 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill rear half of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 119,199 miles

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

sills starting to rust

some underbody rust

Pass 2 Feb 2024 116,681 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

suspension components corroding

Fail 24 Jan 2024 116,681 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

suspension components corroding

Pass 2 May 2023 116,676 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

headlamp beams poor

rear axle corroding

rear door handles stiff

Fail 27 Apr 2023 116,676 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

headlamp beams poor

rear axle corroding

Pass 9 Mar 2022 115,728 miles

Front Inner discs scabby

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 114,637 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front discs rusty on inside

fuel tank straps rusty

rear axle corroding

Fail 15 Mar 2021 114,633 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel tank straps rusty

rear axle corroding

Pass 24 Mar 2020 110,671 miles

Central exhaust deteriorated

handbrake out of adjustment

Pass 1 Mar 2019 96,580 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

fuel tank straps corroding

slight drag on o/s front brake

Fail 22 Feb 2019 96,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

fuel tank straps corroding

slight drag on o/s front brake

Pass 8 Mar 2018 87,795 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 83,659 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 74,937 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 74,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 68,944 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 58,561 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 49,287 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 40,277 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 30,308 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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DV08 OVK is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DV08 OVK, 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 DV08 OVK registered?

DV08 OVK is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DV08 OVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 OVK shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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