Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Fiat Bravo?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Fiat Bravo?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Fiat Bravo?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Fiat Bravo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

51% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Fiat Bravo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,221 vehicles, the 2009 Fiat Bravo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 72.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Fiat Bravo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Fiat Bravo are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (66.4% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (65.1% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (46.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Fiat Bravo?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Fiat Bravo (2009)

3,221 real MOT outcomes analysed • 72.7% first-time pass rate

2009 Fiat Bravo

CarHunch analysed 3,221 real MOT records for the 2009 Fiat Bravo. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Fiat Bravo passes its MOT first time in only 72.6% of cases, well below the UK average of 80%, and over half of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for any buyer. Petrol and diesel variants perform nearly identically (72.3% vs 73.2% pass rates), so fuel choice won't meaningfully improve your odds here.

At nearly 68,000 miles on average, these nine-year-old cars have run hard, and they're showing it: expect around 4 failures and 23 advisories per test. Before purchasing one, get a pre-buy inspection focused on structural and brake components, given the high dangerous defect rate, and factor in regular maintenance costs—this generation simply isn't as robust as its rivals.

The 2009 Fiat Bravo has a below-average first-time pass rate (72.7% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

72.7%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

51.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.19

Over 14.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

60k

Middle half: 47k–73k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 22.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 3,221 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 3,221 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 66.4%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 46.5%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · …

Brake wear 37%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Fiat Bravo

Based on MOT data from 3,221 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 51.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (61%)	1,961	72.4%	4.44
Diesel (39%)	1,260	73.2%	3.81

Colour Breakdown

Based on 49,122 Fiat Bravo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 30%

14,732

Grey 18.7%

9,191

Black 15.6%

7,660

Red 13.7%

6,740

Green 8.9%

4,356

Silver 5%

2,475

White 3.7%

1,838

Yellow 2.6%

1,281

Orange 1.1%

537

Beige 0.4%

195

Purple 0.1%

Gold 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Fiat Bravo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

59,966

typical

47,326

low mileage

72,763

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Fiat Bravo vehicles fall between 47,326 and 72,763 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 47,326 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 47,326–72,763 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Fiat Bravos sit.

⚠ Over 98,230 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Fiat Bravo — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 28% of 2009 Fiat Bravos are still active.

Numbers are declining — 855 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (28% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

14.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.19

Avg failures per vehicle

22.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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