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LO08 YBX

2008 Fiat Bravo

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

38,027 mi
Last recorded38,027 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 YBX
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 38,027 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 32,717 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 27,499 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Jul 2022 27,116 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2022 27,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens is deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 26,281 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2021 26,281 miles

Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 25,924 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2019 25,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 25,628 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 25,601 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2016 25,166 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 23,150 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 23,150 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,367 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 19,564 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 19,564 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 18,702 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 17,468 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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LO08 YBX is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LO08 YBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LO08 YBX registered?

LO08 YBX is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is LO08 YBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 YBX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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