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WV08 VJF

2008 Fiat Bravo

Silver Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

142,261 mi
Last recorded142,261 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 VJF
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 142,261 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2024 135,743 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 129,763 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 125,477 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2022 125,429 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 117,090 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

rear suspension beam and spring mounting corroded

Fail 23 Jul 2021 117,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

rear suspension beam and spring mounting corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2020 107,049 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 97,033 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Jul 2019 97,031 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Jul 2018 84,944 miles

slight cracks between tread on rear tyres

Pass 20 Jul 2017 74,835 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 71,200 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside & offside on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 65,666 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 24 Jul 2015 65,525 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 63,068 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 63,067 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 63,056 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 53,117 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 47,145 miles

childseats fitted to both rear safety belts

nail in nearside rear tyre tread

Pass 25 Feb 2012 36,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs showing signs of wear

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 12 Mar 2011 27,211 miles

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

engine coolant resovior empty

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 VJF is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Silver with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 VJF, 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 WV08 VJF registered?

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

Is WV08 VJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 VJF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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