CarVerify

Free Car Check

N138 JWT

1996 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

211,621 mi
Last recorded211,621 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2005
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Brava123,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN138 JWT
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
View full Vauxhall Brava reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2005 211,621 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
Full Vauxhall Brava reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N138 JWT is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 123,632 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 N138 JWT, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N138 JWT?

You can check the full history of N138 JWT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N138 JWT registered?

N138 JWT is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is N138 JWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N138 JWT shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N138 JWT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N138 JWT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.