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K439 VPR

1993 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2008
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

156,902 mi
Last recorded156,902 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2008
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Brava123,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK439 VPR
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2008 156,902 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2007 150,719 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear lamp lens broken

small hole offside head light lens

Fail 24 Aug 2007 150,591 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear lamp lens broken

small hole in head light lens nearside

Pass 18 Sep 2006 145,382 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside head lamp lens has small hole.

offside rear lamp lens repair tape only.

Fail 2 Aug 2006 145,139 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Jul 2006 145,078 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside head light lens has small hole.

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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K439 VPR is a 1993 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 123,462 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K439 VPR, 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 33 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K439 VPR registered?

K439 VPR is a 1993 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 16 March 1993.

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The MOT history for K439 VPR shows 6 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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