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HT08 DBU

2008 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,402 mi
Last recorded98,402 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 DBU
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 98,402 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2021 91,201 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 88,870 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 85,997 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 83,348 miles

Both front tyres worn low on inner edges.

Engine cover fitted

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear number plate deteriorating

Under-trays fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2017 74,619 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam nearside and offside bush (2.5.A.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 74,619 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam nearside and offside bush (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 63,774 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 63,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 53,656 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 39,241 miles

both front tyres wearing low

slight corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

Fail 2 Jul 2014 39,241 miles

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

both front tyres wearing low

slight corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

Pass 12 Jun 2013 19,022 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges and close to limits.

Nearside front tyre repared with plug.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 15,279 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 11,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,387 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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HT08 DBU is a 2008 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 2008 Fiat Bravo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 67,766 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 HT08 DBU, 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 18 years old, this Fiat Bravo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HT08 DBU registered?

HT08 DBU is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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