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GK09 VLA

2009 Fiat Bravo

Beige Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

92,306 mi
Last recorded92,306 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 VLA
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 92,306 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 83,032 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective twin bracket one missing still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 19 Dec 2018 83,012 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached box clamp corroded away needs new clamp also outer metal skin corroded (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective twin bracket one missing still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 74,787 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 68,845 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 67,802 miles

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

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

front exhaust mount broken

Pass 12 Mar 2015 44,518 miles

both rear tyres starting to perrish

Fail 12 Mar 2015 44,518 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres starting to perrish

Pass 13 Mar 2014 39,017 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 33,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Mar 2013 33,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Mar 2012 26,319 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 26,319 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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GK09 VLA is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Beige with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GK09 VLA, 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 GK09 VLA registered?

GK09 VLA is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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