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N516 HBW

1996 Vauxhall Brava

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

197,007 mi
Last recorded197,007 miles
Recorded on8 May 2008
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Brava123,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN516 HBW
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2008 197,007 miles

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

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 7 May 2008 197,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 182,250 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 182,230 miles

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

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

various chassis sections (o/s and n/s) front to rear surface corrosion.

Pass 8 May 2006 164,486 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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N516 HBW is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 N516 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 N516 HBW registered?

N516 HBW is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 19 January 1996.

Is N516 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N516 HBW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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