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N552 EMJ

1996 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

117,031 mi
Last recorded117,031 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Brava123,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN552 EMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 117,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 112,863 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 111,142 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 108,281 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 104,737 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 104,737 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 102,483 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 100,755 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 97,901 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 95,638 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 92,286 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 90,008 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 88,288 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 85,737 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 83,441 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 80,451 miles

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Pass 16 May 2007 76,955 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 74,653 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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N552 EMJ is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N552 EMJ, 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 N552 EMJ registered?

N552 EMJ is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N552 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N552 EMJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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