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R319 MEP

1997 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,639 mi
Last recorded125,639 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Brava120,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR319 MEP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 125,639 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 123,091 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 123,091 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 116,579 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 111,307 miles

cracking to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 13 Jun 2013 102,763 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 102,466 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 97,520 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 92,358 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 84,847 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 71,907 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 71,142 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 71,142 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 70,309 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 70,386 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2005 68,811 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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R319 MEP is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R319 MEP, 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 R319 MEP registered?

R319 MEP is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R319 MEP safe to buy?

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