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N506 HBW

1996 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

132,936 mi
Last recorded132,936 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Brava123,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN506 HBW
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 132,936 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 132,901 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability panard rod/stabalizer bar (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 131,871 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 131,197 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 130,626 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 130,054 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 129,168 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 128,677 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 128,677 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 May 2019 128,283 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 128,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 127,725 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 126,532 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 125,569 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 124,527 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 123,716 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 122,817 miles

O/S/F Tyre sidewall perrished

Pass 12 Jun 2012 122,256 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 May 2011 121,145 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 120,134 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 May 2009 119,105 miles
Fail 28 May 2009

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 118,291 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 117,427 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 116,669 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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N506 HBW is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 N506 HBW, 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 N506 HBW registered?

N506 HBW is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 19 January 1996.

Is N506 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N506 HBW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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