2009 Fiat Bravo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,241 MOT tests analysed for the 2009 Fiat Bravo, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 69.0% was below the average for cars of a similar age (76.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 29.8% in the 150k+ group versus 20.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 16.0% | 1,633 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 11.5% | 1,179 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.1% | 1,031 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.1% | 932 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.8% | 796 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.9% | 708 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 895 |
| 2 | Washers | 639 |
| 3 | Exhaust system | 555 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 417 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 404 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 401 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 33.6% | 3,439 |
| 2 | Tyres | 30.9% | 3,162 |
| 3 | Brakes | 30.2% | 3,092 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.4% | 1,991 |
| 5 | Other defects | 14.4% | 1,473 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 14.3% | 1,466 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 171 | 20.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,290 | 25.5% |
| 60-90k | 3,529 | 30.3% |
| 90-120k | 3,533 | 33.0% |
| 120-150k | 1,321 | 34.4% |
| 150k+ | 396 | 29.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 7,154 | 31.1% |
| Diesel | 3,087 | 30.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,840 | 30.3% |
| 2022 | 2,445 | 30.0% |
| 2023 | 2,077 | 31.4% |
| 2024 | 1,660 | 32.1% |
| 2025 | 1,219 | 32.4% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Bravo
Before buying a 2009 Fiat Bravo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 16.0% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (16.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (11.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2009 Fiat Bravos pass their MOT?
69.0% of the 10,241 2009 Fiat Bravo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Fiat Bravo?
Suspension, recorded in 16.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (11.5%).
Does the 2009 Bravo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.5% in the 0-30k band to 29.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,241 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.