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R103 YKP

1997 Vauxhall Brava

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

142,501 mi
Last recorded142,501 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Brava120,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 YKP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 142,501 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 142,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 142,236 miles

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

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 6 Feb 2014 140,493 miles

BATTERY,.FUEL AND TIMIN G BELT WARN ING LIGHTS ON

Fail 6 Feb 2014 140,493 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

BATTERY,.FUEL AND TIMIN G BELT WARN ING LIGHTS ON

Pass 8 Feb 2013 139,018 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 137,871 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 137,871 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 135,604 miles

ADVISE CAM BELT WARNING LIGHT IS ON

Fail 5 Feb 2010 135,600 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

ADVISE CAM BELT WARNING LIGHT IS ON

Pass 2 Aug 2008 132,014 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 129,736 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 126,481 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 126,481 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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R103 YKP is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 R103 YKP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R103 YKP registered?

R103 YKP is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R103 YKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 YKP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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