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J491 TBH

1992 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

153,921 mi
Last recorded153,921 miles
Recorded on16 May 2012
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Brava128,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ491 TBH
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2012 153,921 miles

underbody weakened by corrosion

Fail 16 May 2012 153,921 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

underbody weakened by corrosion

Pass 16 May 2011 153,749 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 153,749 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 May 2010 153,397 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2010 153,397 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 152,153 miles

rear chassis weakened by corrosion

Pass 12 May 2008 152,179 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 151,838 miles

os door check strap mounting corroded

Pass 18 May 2006 151,325 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Brava?

Based on 90,327 MOT tests across 11,915 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
5,344
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
11,915
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,298
fog lamp not working 4,179
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,702
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 3,699
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,527
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J491 TBH is a 1992 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.6% with a typical mileage of 128,052 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 8,298 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J491 TBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Brava typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J491 TBH registered?

J491 TBH is a 1992 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 2 June 1992.

Is J491 TBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J491 TBH shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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