Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 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 2013 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 2013 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 2013 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 2013 Fiat Bravo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 159 vehicles, the 2013 Fiat Bravo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Fiat Bravo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Fiat Bravo are: Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (68.5% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (62.1% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (55.3% 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 2013 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 (2013)

159 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.7% first-time pass rate

2013 Fiat Bravo

CarHunch analysed 159 real MOT records for the 2013 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 2013 Fiat Bravo falls slightly below the UK average with a first-time pass rate of 77.7% against the national 80%, but the real concern is that 54.7% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable for a used buy. This suggests inherent reliability issues rather than poor maintenance, and a diesel example won't perform meaningfully better (77.5% pass rate).

These Bravos are averaging around 62,000 miles at test time, which is sensible for the age, yet they're racking up 2.89 failures and 19.5 advisories per vehicle—a high count that points to accumulated wear and systemic weakness. Before committing to one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on its MOT history: if it has already accumulated multiple dangerous defects or failed on structural or emissions items, walk away.

We have limited data for the 2013 Fiat Bravo — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

77.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

54.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.89

Over 12 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

66k

Middle half: 48k–82k

For context

These stats describe 159 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 159 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 68.5%

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · Oil leak, but not excessive · Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Tyre wear 62.1%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Brake wear 32.9%

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside 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 25.1%

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 2013.

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Based on MOT data from 159 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 54.7% 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 (64%)	102	77.5%	2.91
Petrol (36%)	57	78.1%	2.86

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 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.

65,934

typical

48,151

low mileage

82,483

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Fiat Bravo vehicles fall between 48,151 and 82,483 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 48,151 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.

✓ 48,151–82,483 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Fiat Bravos sit.

⚠ Over 111,352 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Fiat Bravo — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Fiat Bravos are still being driven.

121 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.89

Avg failures per vehicle

19.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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