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SW09 EFE

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

135,226 mi
Last recorded135,226 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 EFE
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2023 135,226 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow no reading at probe (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 133,049 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Radiator support bracket is corroded.

Fail 6 Apr 2022 133,049 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Radiator support bracket is corroded.

Pass 17 Mar 2021 129,410 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 129,376 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 124,735 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 115,761 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 115,620 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 106,237 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 96,896 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 88,952 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 81,849 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 81,849 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 68,968 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 68,968 miles

Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 53,221 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2013 52,550 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 36,200 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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SW09 EFE is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 SW09 EFE, 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.

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What year was SW09 EFE registered?

SW09 EFE is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is SW09 EFE safe to buy?

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