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P653 LBL

1997 Vauxhall Brava

Yellow Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

179,501 mi
Last recorded179,501 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Brava120,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 LBL
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2006 179,501 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

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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P653 LBL is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava in Yellow with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 P653 LBL, 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 P653 LBL registered?

P653 LBL is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 23 July 1997.

Is P653 LBL safe to buy?

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