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MF58 JKY

2008 Fiat Brava

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

127,988 mi
Last recorded127,988 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Fiat Brava70,691 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 JKY
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 127,988 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 121,787 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 121,787 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 112,624 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 101,379 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 101,378 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 95,843 miles

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

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

Play in both front steering arm inner joints

Pass 8 Dec 2017 82,393 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 82,395 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 73,362 miles

Front and rear brake discs are very corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2015 67,782 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 65,907 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 65,903 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 65,903 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 56,841 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 48,136 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 48,136 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 38,621 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 38,621 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 Sep 2011 30,524 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?

Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
5,649
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
58,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,026
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,561
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 22,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,482
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14,757
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MF58 JKY is a 2008 Fiat Brava in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 70,691 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 Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF58 JKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Fiat Brava is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MF58 JKY registered?

MF58 JKY is a 2008 Fiat Brava, first registered on 15 September 2008.

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