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GF59 FJJ

2009 Fiat Bravo

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,199 mi
Last recorded79,199 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 FJJ
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 79,199 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 79,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Damage to side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 72,824 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Fail 15 Jul 2024 72,824 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 10 Jul 2023 67,880 miles

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))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 64,768 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2022 64,768 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 63,125 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 63,122 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 62,460 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 62,460 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 59,829 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 55,716 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jun 2017 51,933 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 47,604 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 42,659 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 37,732 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 32,268 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

minor cut in tyre ns rear

Pass 20 Jun 2013 32,268 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

minor cut in tyre ns rear

Pass 19 Sep 2012 28,268 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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GF59 FJJ is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 GF59 FJJ, 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.

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What year was GF59 FJJ registered?

GF59 FJJ is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is GF59 FJJ safe to buy?

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