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K971 SFK

1992 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

140,662 mi
Last recorded140,662 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Brava128,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK971 SFK
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 140,662 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 140,209 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 137,613 miles

Offside Rear chassis covered in underseal

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2021 134,113 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 133,557 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 133,309 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 133,245 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 133,003 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 132,279 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 130,973 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 129,547 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 129,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 128,896 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 126,726 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 125,224 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 124,142 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 121,420 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 118,472 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 115,882 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 114,708 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2005 114,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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K971 SFK is a 1992 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 K971 SFK, 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 K971 SFK registered?

K971 SFK is a 1992 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K971 SFK safe to buy?

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