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GF59 RKE

2009 Fiat Bravo

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

111,996 mi
Last recorded111,996 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 RKE
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 111,996 miles

Corrosion to all breaking surfaces

Exhaust corroded/deteriorated. slight leak of gases

Offside Slight accident damage to outer sill

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

Slight fluctuation on front breaks

Fail 19 Feb 2021 111,994 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Corrosion to all breaking surfaces

Exhaust corroded/deteriorated. slight leak of gases

Offside Slight accident damage to outer sill

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

Slight fluctuation on front breaks

Pass 11 Feb 2020 101,443 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2020 101,443 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Fail 27 Jan 2020 100,712 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2019 87,758 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 78,039 miles

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 13 Jan 2018 78,039 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2017 66,816 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 15 Dec 2015 54,422 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Dec 2015 54,422 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 39,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 39,416 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 33,916 miles

front brake discs have corrosion on the inside

Pass 21 Nov 2012 25,870 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 25,870 miles

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

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 RKE is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 RKE, 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 GF59 RKE registered?

GF59 RKE is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is GF59 RKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 RKE shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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