Cpi Bravo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Cpi Bravo car check
Is the Cpi Bravo reliable? We analysed 425 real MOT tests across 137 vehicles to find out.
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The Cpi Bravo is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include steering headbearing has excessive free play, tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Cpi Bravo.
Cpi Bravo — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Cpi Bravo — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 124cc
- Power
- 13 BHP
- Power (kW)
- 10 kW
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Motorcycle
- Common colour
- Red
- Wheel plan
- 2 Wheel
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- Not Available
Cpi Bravo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Cpi Bravo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Cpi Bravo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Cpi Bravo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Cpi Bravo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Cpi Bravo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Cpi Bravo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Cpi Bravo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Cpi Bravo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Cpi Bravo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 147 | 79.6% | 2,794 | 4,376 | 6,610 |
| 2013 | 59 | 76.3% | 3,844 | 5,695 | 6,854 |
| 2012 | 145 | 75.2% | 2,201 | 5,602 | 8,090 |
How Long Does a Cpi Bravo Last?
Based on 137 Cpi Bravo vehicles on UK roads.
Cpi Bravo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Cpi Bravo MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Cpi Bravo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.6% MOT pass rate from 147 tests
75.2% MOT pass rate from 145 tests
The best year to buy a used Cpi Bravo is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.6% across 147 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Cpi Bravo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cpi Bravo THIS CAR | 77.2% | 425 | 4,934 mi | 14 yrs |
| Cpi Oliver | 70.4% | 1,551 | 6,293 mi | 21 yrs |
| Cpi Sm 50 | 65% | 978 | 5,443 mi | 20 yrs |
| Cpi Gtr | 70.8% | 828 | 4,560 mi | 21 yrs |
| Mercedes E320 CDI Elegance Auto | 73.4% | 757 | 147,222 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Cpi Oliver (70.4% pass rate) and the Cpi Sm 50 (65.0% pass rate), the Cpi Bravo outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Cpi BravoShould you buy a used Cpi Bravo?
The Cpi Bravo has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.2% across 425 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Cpi Bravo are steering headbearing has excessive free play (6 recorded failures), tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (6), and horn not working (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Cpi Bravo owner drives around 455 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Cpi Bravo models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.