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P106 ACU

1997 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,738 mi
Last recorded189,738 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2007
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Brava120,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP106 ACU
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2007 189,738 miles

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

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2006 18,533 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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P106 ACU is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 120,303 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 P106 ACU, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P106 ACU registered?

P106 ACU is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P106 ACU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P106 ACU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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