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WM08 XVB

2008 Fiat Bravo

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

160,043 mi
Last recorded160,043 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 XVB
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 160,043 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 160,042 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 148,742 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 145,192 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 135,003 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

all exhaust mounts slightly perish

all prescribed areas slightly corroded

both front top mount has slight noisy

slight oil leak

Fail 8 Feb 2019 135,003 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

all exhaust mounts slightly perish

all prescribed areas slightly corroded

both front top mount has slight noisy

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2018 127,421 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 7 Feb 2018 127,421 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 121,639 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

General corrosion under vehicle at rear

Offside Rear lamp lens broken

Parking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Feb 2017 121,575 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

General corrosion under vehicle at rear

Offside Rear lamp lens broken

Parking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Jan 2016 107,083 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2016 107,080 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 91,770 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 91,693 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 86,030 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 86,030 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 63,227 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 35,728 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 35,727 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

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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WM08 XVB is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 WM08 XVB, 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 WM08 XVB registered?

WM08 XVB is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is WM08 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 XVB shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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