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YF08 MDJ

2008 Fiat Bravo

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

113,504 mi
Last recorded113,504 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Fiat Bravo67,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 MDJ
MakeFiat
ModelBravo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 113,504 miles

EXHAUST BACKBOX CORRODED

Fail 14 Feb 2019 113,504 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

EXHAUST BACKBOX CORRODED

Pass 13 Feb 2018 107,872 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 107,872 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)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 101,332 miles

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

both front tyres feathering on outer edges

oil light on

rear silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2015 91,421 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil leak

Fail 15 Jul 2015 91,421 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

excessive grease on brake pipes

Pass 16 Jul 2014 76,705 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

o/s front inner edge of tyre worn low

Fail 16 Jul 2014 76,705 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

o/s front inner edge of tyre worn low

Pass 27 Jul 2013 62,227 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2013 62,198 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

oil level on minimum

Pass 19 Jul 2012 46,007 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 31,484 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,292 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2011 31,292 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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YF08 MDJ is a 2008 Fiat Bravo in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YF08 MDJ, 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 YF08 MDJ registered?

YF08 MDJ is a 2008 Fiat Bravo, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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