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RJ08 NLM

2008 Fiat Bravo

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

123,279 mi
Last recorded123,279 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 NLM
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 123,279 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 116,950 miles

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

Rear exhaust corodded

Fail 30 Jun 2023 116,950 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust corodded

Fail 13 Mar 2023 116,924 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

rear view mirror missing

Pass 1 Feb 2022 112,791 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 104,757 miles

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

smoke from engine needs investigation

Fail 1 Feb 2021 104,750 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

smoke from engine needs investigation

Pass 18 Jul 2019 95,356 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 95,356 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 88,112 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 116,132 miles

Front windscreen washer lever requires heavey presure in order to opperate.

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

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

Pass 26 May 2016 80,320 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 73,277 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 63,515 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 52,872 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 43,105 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 36,931 miles

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

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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RJ08 NLM is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RJ08 NLM, 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 RJ08 NLM registered?

RJ08 NLM is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 3 May 2008.

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