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P27 LSF

1996 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

179,118 mi
Last recorded179,118 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Brava123,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP27 LSF
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2007 179,118 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

advise corrosion to floor and sills

Pass 20 Oct 2006 175,142 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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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P27 LSF is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 P27 LSF, 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 P27 LSF registered?

P27 LSF is a 1996 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 19 August 1996.

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