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SW09 FML

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,432 mi
Last recorded171,432 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 171,432 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exh blow at middal (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2mm and wearing on outside (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 171,319 miles

Brake cable insecure Outer sheathing slightly damaged (1.1.15 (c))

Emissions not tested Due to major leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Seat belt missing Both o/s/r stalks trapped under seats (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm On edges (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

225/45R17

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 162,461 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated (4.11 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 144,071 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust system corroded

Fail 6 Mar 2017 144,063 miles

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

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (4.1.D.4)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2016 115,940 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 115,940 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 94,215 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 74,367 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 52,540 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 26,360 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 26,360 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside 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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SW09 FML is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FML, 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 FML registered?

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

Is SW09 FML safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 FML shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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