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N436 BCF

1996 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

211,664 mi
Last recorded211,664 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Brava123,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN436 BCF
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2013 211,664 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 206,958 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 203,128 miles

surface rust on chassis at time of test

Pass 11 Feb 2010 196,844 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 190,766 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 177,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 177,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 162,071 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 145,077 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
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N436 BCF is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N436 BCF, 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.

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What year was N436 BCF registered?

N436 BCF is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 29 July 1996.

Is N436 BCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N436 BCF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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