2009 Fiat Bravo 1.4L Petrol · SL09 VXC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing suspension wear. While the most recent test on January 30, 2026, passed at 93,960 miles, it followed due to a non-functional nearside stop lamp. This test introduced advisories for oil misting on the offside front shock absorber and play in both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints. These issues indicate that components are beginning to reach the end of their service life. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 93,960 miles represents an average of approximately 5,527 miles per year. The data shows a consistent pattern of use, with 8,688 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 7,687 miles covered between February 2025 and January 2026. This low annual mileage suggests light mechanical use, though low-mileage vehicles often suffer from the degradation of rubber components and seals over time, which aligns with the current findings in the suspension and shock absorbers. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension to assess the extent of the play in the anti-roll bar linkages. While currently noted as having slight play, these joints will eventually require replacement to prevent handling instability or audible knocking. The offside front shock absorber requires close monitoring for increased leaking to ensure the misting does not progress into a total failure. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points is also essential, as these are common failure areas for older Fiat hatchbacks regardless of recorded mileage.