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SM08 MLV

2008 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

70,524 mi
Last recorded70,524 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 MLV
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 70,524 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 69,457 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 69,457 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2021 66,509 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside headlight image poor

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease no split and secure (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2021 66,509 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at front of system (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside headlight image poor

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease no split and secure (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 63,461 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight seepage of grease inner driveshaft boot

Pass 10 Jun 2019 60,202 miles

HANGING ITEM REMOVED FROM OBSCURING DRIVERS VISION

TOWING EYE REMOVED FROM PROUTUDING OUT OF FRONT BUMPER

Pass 7 Jun 2018 52,105 miles

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

Nearside Front wing has slight Damaged

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 46,631 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Offside Rear tyre perishing

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 17 May 2016 33,957 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Fail 17 May 2016 33,956 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Fail 19 May 2015 23,784 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 19 May 2015 23,784 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 22,638 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 21,502 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 20,274 miles

Front panel under radiator is bent.

Pass 30 May 2011 19,205 miles

front crossmember/radiator support damaged

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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SM08 MLV is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol 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 SM08 MLV, 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 SM08 MLV registered?

SM08 MLV is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is SM08 MLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 MLV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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