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LM08 BDE

2008 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

153,448 mi
Last recorded153,448 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 BDE
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 153,448 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 143,399 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 130,188 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 107,917 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 107,917 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit failed emission test. (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner disc worn and damaged (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 105,203 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to legal limit (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust hanger snapped

Fail 5 Jan 2018 105,203 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to legal limit (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust hanger snapped

Pass 12 Jan 2017 100,358 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 100,356 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 96,210 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 96,150 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 79,054 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 79,054 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 65,024 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jan 2014 64,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2013 57,608 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 57,608 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 54,306 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 54,306 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 45,431 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 45,431 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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LM08 BDE is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 LM08 BDE, 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 LM08 BDE registered?

LM08 BDE is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is LM08 BDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 BDE shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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