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L791 BUT

1994 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

150,357 mi
Last recorded150,357 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2005
Typical for 1994 Vauxhall Brava121,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL791 BUT
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2005 150,357 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 150,357 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

battery insecure

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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L791 BUT is a 1994 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 121,524 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 L791 BUT, 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 32 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L791 BUT registered?

L791 BUT is a 1994 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 19 January 1994.

Is L791 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L791 BUT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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