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YC59 VBN

2009 Fiat Bravo

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,460 mi
Last recorded55,460 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Fiat Bravo64,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 VBN
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 55,460 miles

Gearbox mounting defective worn bush ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 51,203 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 16,900 miles

Nearside NS sill trim slightly damaged requiring repair/replacement

Fail 17 Oct 2022 46,900 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside NS sill trim slightly damaged requiring repair/replacement

Pass 25 Oct 2021 42,426 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 37,764 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 31,654 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 27,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 26,763 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 25,593 miles

exhaust rear silencer corroded but not leaking at this time.

Pass 19 Oct 2015 24,513 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 24,513 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 21,246 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 16,096 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2013 16,096 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 14,211 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 14,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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YC59 VBN is a 2009 Fiat Bravo in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 YC59 VBN, 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 YC59 VBN registered?

YC59 VBN is a 2009 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is YC59 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 VBN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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