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LY59 CLF

2009 Fiat Bravo

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

139,194 mi
Last recorded139,194 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY59 CLF
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 139,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 121,415 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 121,389 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 112,413 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 112,413 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 106,263 miles

HANDBRAKE CABLES CORRODED

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front SLIGHT FEEDBACK FRONT WHEEL.

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 106,263 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.25 LIMIT SET (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

HANDBRAKE CABLES CORRODED

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front SLIGHT FEEDBACK FRONT WHEEL.

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 100,325 miles

SLIGHT PLAY OR RATTLE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION AREA BUT UNABLE TO LOCATE CAUSE

Fail 10 Dec 2019 100,325 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.25 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 88,410 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 Dec 2018 88,382 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 74,778 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 1 Dec 2017 74,778 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit excessively worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs worn

Pass 5 Dec 2016 61,541 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 49,406 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 49,402 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 46,248 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 39,765 miles

N/S/R tyre outer sidewall perished and tyre tread cracked

O/S/R tyre outer sidewall perished and tyre tread cracked

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 32,334 miles

Both rear tyre treads have small amount of cracking visible

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LY59 CLF is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LY59 CLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY59 CLF registered?

LY59 CLF is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is LY59 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY59 CLF shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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