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P719 JHN

1997 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,674 mi
Last recorded55,674 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Brava120,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP719 JHN
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 55,674 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 54,412 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

corrosion to front crossmember and front body mountings

front brakes just in balance

light scratches in windscreen

Pass 16 Oct 2013 52,675 miles

slight imbalance to front brakes

Pass 18 Oct 2012 47,566 miles

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

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 42,862 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 36,351 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 27,993 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight bined to n/s/f brake

Pass 20 Oct 2008 19,640 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2008 19,640 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 16,811 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 29 Oct 2007 16,811 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 12,978 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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P719 JHN is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P719 JHN, 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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P719 JHN is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 10 July 1997.

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