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J899 FRH

1991 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

86,115 mi
Last recorded86,115 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2015
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Brava112,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ899 FRH
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2015 86,115 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 86,114 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 86,049 miles

underside corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2013 85,975 miles

all underside and chassis slightly corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2013 85,973 miles

Nearside Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

all underside and chassis slightly corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2012 85,890 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 85,890 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 85,828 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 85,827 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 85,769 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

fluid leak at o/s rear of axle

front reg plate cracked

o/s front brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Sep 2009 85,726 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust catching tow bar

fuel pipes rusty

Fail 24 Sep 2009 85,726 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust catching tow bar

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 6 Oct 2008 85,670 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 6 Oct 2008 85,670 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 85,623 miles

BOTH FRONT FLEXI BRAKE HOSE FERRULES SLIGHTLY CORRODED

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

FRONT NUMBER PLATE S/DET

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 85,570 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 85,570 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 85,527 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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J899 FRH is a 1991 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 112,924 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 J899 FRH, 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 35 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J899 FRH registered?

J899 FRH is a 1991 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 12 November 1991.

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