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N612 GPX

1996 Vauxhall Brava

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

202,441 mi
Last recorded202,441 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Brava123,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN612 GPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 202,441 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 196,477 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 193,556 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 187,334 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 187,334 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2020 185,549 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 184,630 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 184,630 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 10 May 2018 183,912 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 183,261 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 182,646 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 182,416 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 179,547 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 177,696 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 177,466 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 166,868 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 156,185 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 146,447 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 129,534 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 116,157 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 116,157 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 103,780 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nail in tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2005 103,780 miles

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

nail in tyre

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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N612 GPX is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N612 GPX, 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

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What year was N612 GPX registered?

N612 GPX is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N612 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N612 GPX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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