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SW08 BFM

2008 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

77,040 mi
Last recorded77,040 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 BFM
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 77,040 miles

both front steering arms have slight play at inner fixings

Fail 16 May 2017 77,040 miles

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

both front steering arms have slight play at inner fixings

Pass 21 Apr 2016 72,726 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 67,928 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 67,928 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 60,509 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 50,925 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 50,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 46,060 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 40,180 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 40,103 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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SW08 BFM is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SW08 BFM, 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 SW08 BFM registered?

SW08 BFM is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is SW08 BFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 BFM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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