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GJ61 XEL

2011 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,807 mi
Last recorded49,807 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Fiat Bravo66,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 XEL
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 49,807 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 44,765 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2024 44,765 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 41,754 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 32,893 miles

Offside Front sill is damaged

Offside Front wheel trim is missing

engine cover fitted

exhaust system is corroded

under tray fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2022 32,893 miles

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

Offside Front sill is damaged

Offside Front wheel trim is missing

engine cover fitted

exhaust system is corroded

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2021 25,293 miles

engine cover fitted

exhaust system is corroded

under tray fitted

Fail 4 Oct 2021 25,291 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre is perishing

Nearside Rear tyre is perishing

Offside Front tyre is perishing

Offside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre is perishing

engine cover fitted

exhaust system is corroded

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2020 18,885 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL Tyres are 10 years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 18,883 miles

Emissions not tested Due to oil leak. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL Tyres are 10 years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 18,325 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 16,120 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 11,304 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 9,540 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 8,193 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 6,325 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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GJ61 XEL is a 2011 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 66,377 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 GJ61 XEL, 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 15 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 GJ61 XEL registered?

GJ61 XEL is a 2011 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is GJ61 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ61 XEL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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