FIAT Bravo 2008

🚨 What to check before buying

Overall risk score: 10/10

Serious risks

• EGR valve clogging: Standard diesel EGR clogging issue.
• DPF clogging (city use): City-only driving clogs DPF. Fiat system requires highway driving for passive regen. Forced regen may be needed.
• Injector failure: Piezo injectors can fail, causing rough running and smoke. Individual replacement possible but expensive.
• DPF clogging (city use): City-only driving clogs DPF. Forced regen may be needed.
• Injector failure: Piezo injectors can fail, causing rough running and smoke.
• Car is 18 years old — expect age-related wear: rubber seals, bushings, water pump, AC compressor

Additional notes

• Vehicle is 15+ years old. Age-related issues: rubber seals/hoses degrade, electrical connectors corrode, suspension bushings wear. Not specific to any engine, but expect €500-1,500/year in age-related maintenance beyond normal service items.
• Any car with 200k+ km requires extra scrutiny. At this mileage: suspension components are worn (bushings, ball joints, shocks), seals and gaskets are hardened, electrical connectors corrode, and major components approach end-of-life. For luxury cars (BMW, Mercedes, Audi) the cost of 200k+ km maintenance can exceed the car's value. Always get a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) and budget 15-25% of purchase price for immediate maintenance.
• Diesel car from before 2018 with very low mileage suggests city-only use — DPF is likely clogged or has been removed (illegal). Check DPF status and EGR condition.
• Ducato diesel (57 listings, avg 275k km, €7k) — commercial vehicle mileage. 2.3 MultiJet engine is robust but at 275k: injectors need reconditioning (€300-500 each), turbo VGT actuator worn, EGR clogged. Check for: overloading damage (rear springs/axle), bodywork rust, and missing service history.