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SW09 GFU

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

104,234 mi
Last recorded104,234 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 104,234 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 104,233 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 102,271 miles

oil light on

Fail 13 Jun 2017 102,259 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

oil light on

Pass 10 Jun 2016 94,789 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 86,058 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

exhausr backbox outerskin corroded

exhaust flexi slightly damaged

no coolant in car

o/s/f fog lamp lense damaged

Fail 10 Jun 2015 86,058 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

exhausr backbox outerskin corroded

exhaust flexi slightly damaged

no coolant in car

o/s/f fog lamp lense damaged

Pass 11 Jun 2014 72,793 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise rear brakes showing signs of overheating

advise rear wiper blade split

Fail 11 Jun 2014 72,793 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise rear brakes showing signs of overheating

advise rear wiper blade split

Pass 9 Apr 2013 58,285 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust back box deteriorated

offside front fog light lens incomplete

offside front tyre wearing at inner shoulder

tyre pressure monitering unavailible

Fail 8 Apr 2013 58,221 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust back box deteriorated

offside front fog light lens incomplete

offside front tyre wearing at inner shoulder

tyre pressure monitering unavailible

Pass 24 Mar 2012 32,030 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 32,030 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 GFU is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 GFU, 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 GFU registered?

SW09 GFU is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is SW09 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 GFU shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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