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R403 MOD

1998 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,907 mi
Last recorded163,907 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR403 MOD
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 163,907 miles

underside corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2023 162,942 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 160,946 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 160,945 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 158,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

light corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 26 Mar 2021 158,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

light corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 12 Jun 2019 155,421 miles

windscreen chipped but not affecting the drivers view

Fail 11 Jun 2019 155,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

windscreen chipped but not affecting the drivers view

Pass 27 Jun 2018 149,040 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2018 149,037 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 146,617 miles

exhaust poor

Pass 21 Jun 2016 143,780 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 142,298 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 141,191 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 139,060 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 138,410 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 138,204 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs have light corrosion on inner and outer face

Fail 12 Apr 2011 138,202 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs have light corrosion on inner and outer face

Pass 8 Apr 2010 137,392 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

front number plate cracked

headlight aim set on low position on adjuster switch

Fail 8 Apr 2010 137,387 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

front number plate cracked

headlight aim set on low position on adjuster switch

Pass 7 Apr 2009 137,000 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 132,421 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 125,801 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 11,890 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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R403 MOD is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 115,911 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 R403 MOD, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R403 MOD registered?

R403 MOD is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R403 MOD safe to buy?

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