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SM57 VLK

2008 Fiat Bravo

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

116,581 mi
Last recorded116,581 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 VLK
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 116,581 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 116,581 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 111,398 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 111,373 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2016 111,317 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Oct 2015 102,557 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both x2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 91,535 miles

both rear tyres starting to split on tread and slightly not round

gearbox leaks oil and slightly noisy

service reminder on at dash

Fail 29 Oct 2014 91,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres starting to split on tread and slightly not round

gearbox leaks oil and slightly noisy

service reminder on at dash

Pass 30 Sep 2013 81,494 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 76,128 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 76,060 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 67,578 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s driveshaft seal leaking

Pass 19 Feb 2011 59,443 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 59,443 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SM57 VLK is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 SM57 VLK, 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 SM57 VLK registered?

SM57 VLK is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is SM57 VLK safe to buy?

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