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DY59 VRG

2009 Fiat Bravo

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,307 mi
Last recorded102,307 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 VRG
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 102,307 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front fog lamp inoperative

Fail 23 Sep 2019 102,210 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front fog lamp inoperative

Pass 28 Sep 2018 92,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks within the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake lever is close to no reserve travel

Pass 21 Sep 2017 83,714 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre tread both outer edges are worn close

Fail 11 Sep 2017 83,472 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre tread both outer edges are worn close

Pass 12 Sep 2016 76,417 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust silencer,outer skin is corroded

Nearside Rear tyre has many minor cracks in the tread

Pass 24 Sep 2015 71,549 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust silencer is deteriorated

Fail 24 Sep 2015 71,549 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear exhaust silencer is deteriorated

Pass 30 Sep 2014 58,328 miles

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

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

rear silencer box outer wrapper deteriated

Pass 30 Sep 2013 45,547 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 36,514 miles

rear brake pads worn low

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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DY59 VRG is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 64,928 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 DY59 VRG, 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 17 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 DY59 VRG registered?

DY59 VRG is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 29 October 2009.

Is DY59 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 VRG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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