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WV08 VHJ

2008 Fiat Bravo

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,960 mi
Last recorded84,960 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 VHJ
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2023 84,960 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 84,298 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2021 84,246 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords also exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 80,477 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 76,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 76,604 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 71,660 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Sep 2017 64,961 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 58,636 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 52,572 miles

N/S/R tyre tread low 2mm

Nail in O/S/F tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2014 45,482 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 45,473 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 35,881 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 30,574 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Mar 2011 27,540 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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WV08 VHJ is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WV08 VHJ, 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

How do I check the history of WV08 VHJ?

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What year was WV08 VHJ registered?

WV08 VHJ is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WV08 VHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 VHJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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