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SB59 FXS

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

110,431 mi
Last recorded110,431 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB59 FXS
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 110,431 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 107,320 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 107,313 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired x member (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2022 100,301 miles

Front Radiator Support Corroded

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Both Rear Rubbers Deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear Exhaust System Deteriorated

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle Beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 88,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking Brake Efficiency Only Just Met

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle Beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 84,502 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

no reserve travel

Fail 25 Jan 2021 84,502 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

no reserve travel

Fail 10 Dec 2020 84,451 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 79,756 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))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 74,431 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2018 74,431 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 67,556 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 61,724 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin peeling off.

Pass 5 Dec 2015 55,475 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 48,834 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2014 48,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 39,923 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 27,416 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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SB59 FXS is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 SB59 FXS, 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 SB59 FXS registered?

SB59 FXS is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is SB59 FXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB59 FXS shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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