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WJ08 XHT

2008 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,546 mi
Last recorded56,546 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 XHT
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 56,546 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 53,556 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 53,556 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 38,219 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 27,112 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 27,091 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 22,781 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 19,399 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 18,838 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 18,209 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 18,208 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users spoiler on boot lid (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box corroded not leaking at time of test (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box corroded not leaking at time of test (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 17,512 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 17,512 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 16,710 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 16,222 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 15,531 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 15,531 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 14,808 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 14,808 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 Feb 2012 13,854 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Feb 2011 13,090 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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WJ08 XHT is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WJ08 XHT, 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.

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What year was WJ08 XHT registered?

WJ08 XHT is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WJ08 XHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 XHT shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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