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SD59 DFC

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,673 mi
Last recorded147,673 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD59 DFC
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 147,673 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 146,034 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 28 Oct 2019 138,141 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust mounting defective mounting deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 132,102 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint + system corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

oil warning light flashing on dash

Pass 28 Oct 2017 125,602 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint +system corroded (7.1.2)

Nearside side repeator lense missing

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

Fail 27 Oct 2017 125,595 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint +system corroded (7.1.2)

Nearside side repeator lense missing

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 110,077 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 109,981 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 86,585 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 69,628 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 69,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 53,074 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 42,211 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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SD59 DFC is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SD59 DFC, 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.

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What year was SD59 DFC registered?

SD59 DFC is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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