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SD08 XGL

2008 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,271 mi
Last recorded103,271 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 XGL
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 103,271 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted/corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 May 2024 103,271 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted/corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 101,261 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 94,972 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 88,539 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 82,132 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 82,025 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 76,070 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 69,594 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 64,169 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 58,575 miles

Nearside driveshaft oil seal leaking slightly

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

Fail 18 Mar 2013 58,537 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust rear section slightly deteriorated

Nearside driveshaft oil seal leaking slightly

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 53,290 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 53,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 18 May 2011 42,338 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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SD08 XGL is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SD08 XGL, 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.

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What year was SD08 XGL registered?

SD08 XGL is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 25 May 2008.

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