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SL09 FJN

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

133,002 mi
Last recorded133,002 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 FJN
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 133,002 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Suspension components corroded

Fail 10 Jan 2022 133,002 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Suspension components corroded

Pass 28 Dec 2020 124,575 miles

oil light flashing

Pass 8 Jan 2020 115,971 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 115,971 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 3 Jan 2019 105,410 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Jan 2018 94,712 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Jan 2017 81,892 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust outer skin seperating on back box but still supported and not blowing

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 11 Jan 2017 81,892 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust outer skin seperating on back box but still supported and not blowing

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Jan 2016 70,293 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 57,032 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 57,027 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 42,383 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2013 34,985 miles

FAS Not Detected On Smoke Test

Pass 31 Mar 2012 25,936 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 25,859 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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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SL09 FJN is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL09 FJN, 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 SL09 FJN registered?

SL09 FJN is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 27 March 2009.

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