Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 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 2011 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 2011 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 2011 Fiat Bravo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

57% 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 2011 Fiat Bravo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 602 vehicles, the 2011 Fiat Bravo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Fiat Bravo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Fiat Bravo are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (52% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (51.1% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (47.3% 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 2011 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 (2011)

602 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.3% first-time pass rate

2011 Fiat Bravo

CarHunch analysed 602 real MOT records for the 2011 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 2011 Fiat Bravo falls 4.7 percentage points below the UK average pass rate at 75.3%, which is a meaningful gap—but the real concern is that 57.1% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above typical levels. Petrol and diesel variants perform similarly (76.7% and 74.6% pass rates respectively), so fuel choice won't meaningfully improve your odds.

These Bravos are averaging 67,618 miles, which is reasonable for a 13-year-old car, yet they're still generating 3.62 failures and 23 advisories per test—suggesting accumulated wear rather than fundamental design flaws. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, braking, and electrical systems, and budget for near-term repair costs.

The 2011 Fiat Bravo has a decent first-time pass rate (75.3%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

75.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

57.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.62

Over 13.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

74k

Middle half: 56k–87k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 23 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 602 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 602 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 52%

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

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

Other issues 51.1%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Brake wear 47.3%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front 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.

Suspension & steering 21.1%

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded · Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Before you buy a 2011 Fiat Bravo

Based on MOT data from 602 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 57.1% 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
Diesel (68%)	407	74.6%	3.63
Petrol (32%)	195	76.7%	3.58

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 2011 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.

73,837

typical

55,951

low mileage

87,384

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Fiat Bravo vehicles fall between 55,951 and 87,384 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 55,951 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.

✓ 55,951–87,384 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Fiat Bravos sit.

⚠ Over 117,968 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Fiat Bravo — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 54% of 2011 Fiat Bravos are still active.

317 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 54% of the peak remain.

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

13.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.62

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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