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SM57 ZGS

2008 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

78,056 mi
Last recorded78,056 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 ZGS
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2021 78,056 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 59,766 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 58,760 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

n/s/r brake slight binding

pin hole in n/s cv boot

Fail 5 Mar 2020 58,755 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

n/s/r brake slight binding

pin hole in n/s cv boot

Pass 1 Mar 2019 56,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

child seat fitted to n/s/r

small cuts in sidewall of n/s/f tyre

Pass 23 Feb 2018 49,548 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r

Fail 22 Feb 2018 49,538 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also bald on edges (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted to n/s/r

Pass 3 Mar 2017 44,582 miles

SMALL CUTS IN SIDEWALL OF N/S/F TYRE

Fail 3 Mar 2017 44,580 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

SMALL CUTS IN SIDEWALL OF N/S/F TYRE

Pass 2 Mar 2016 39,828 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r

Fail 6 Mar 2015 35,446 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front and rear brake discs are worn

both rear tyres have cracks in sidewalls

Pass 6 Mar 2015 35,446 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front and rear brake discs are worn

both rear tyres have cracks in sidewalls

Pass 21 Feb 2014 32,042 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 28,759 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 27 Feb 2013 28,759 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Feb 2012 24,130 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 18,090 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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SM57 ZGS is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 ZGS, 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 ZGS registered?

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

Is SM57 ZGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 ZGS shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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