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GJ09 SSZ

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,152 mi
Last recorded45,152 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 SSZ
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 45,152 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close and bald on edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 1 Dec 2017 44,852 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 16 Sep 2017 125,180 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 119,407 miles

4x coil springs corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system corroded

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle fitted with engine/undercovers

Pass 30 Jun 2015 107,137 miles

2x rear coil springs corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Eml on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust back box corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 94,374 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 85,997 miles

engine management light on

Pass 28 Jun 2012 78,187 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 78,184 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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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GJ09 SSZ is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GJ09 SSZ, 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 GJ09 SSZ registered?

GJ09 SSZ is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 26 March 2009.

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