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SM59 EJN

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

102,274 mi
Last recorded102,274 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 EJN
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 102,274 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 23 Jan 2025 102,274 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 100,710 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

rear axle corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2023 99,026 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust section corroded

Fail 21 Jan 2023 99,026 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2022 97,233 miles

Coolant low

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2022 97,233 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Coolant low

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 95,978 miles

Exhaust System

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & Rear Axle Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn & Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 95,978 miles

Exhaust System

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & Rear Axle Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn & Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 92,840 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 89,823 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 89,760 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 87,010 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 87,010 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 84,102 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 80,601 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 78,120 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 69,047 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 36,753 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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SM59 EJN is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SM59 EJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM59 EJN registered?

SM59 EJN is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is SM59 EJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 EJN shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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