Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 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 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Fiat Bravo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

55% 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 2012 Fiat Bravo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 341 vehicles, the 2012 Fiat Bravo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2012 Fiat Bravo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2012 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 2012 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 (2012)

341 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.5% first-time pass rate

2012 Fiat Bravo

CarHunch analysed 341 real MOT records for the 2012 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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Moderate sample. 341 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2012 Fiat Bravo trails the UK average by 3.5 percentage points, with a 76.5% first-time pass rate, but the real concern is that 54.5% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable. This suggests structural or safety issues that go beyond typical wear and tear.

At 67,345 miles median mileage for a 12-year-old car, these Bravos have been reasonably looked after, yet they're still averaging 3.22 failures and 20.7 advisories per test, pointing to persistent problems with suspension, exhaust, and brake components. If you're considering one, get a full pre-purchase inspection that specifically flags any history of dangerous defects, and budget for remedial work on running gear.

The 2012 Fiat Bravo has a decent first-time pass rate (76.5%), 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

76.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

54.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.22

Over 12.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

67k

Middle half: 50k–85k

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 20.7 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 341 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 341 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 2012.

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Before you buy a 2012 Fiat Bravo

Based on MOT data from 341 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 54.6% 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 (77%)	264	76.5%	3.22
Petrol (23%)	77	76.5%	3.22

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 2012 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.

67,345

typical

49,944

low mileage

85,431

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Fiat Bravo vehicles fall between 49,944 and 85,431 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 49,944 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.

✓ 49,944–85,431 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Fiat Bravos sit.

⚠ Over 115,331 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2012 Fiat Bravo — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 65% of 2012 Fiat Bravos are still active.

214 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 65% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* 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

12.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.22

Avg failures per vehicle

20.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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