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R405 LPC

1998 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

151,470 mi
Last recorded151,470 miles
Recorded on2 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR405 LPC
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2008 151,470 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 151,470 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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R405 LPC is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 R405 LPC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R405 LPC?

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What year was R405 LPC registered?

R405 LPC is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R405 LPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R405 LPC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R405 LPC have outstanding finance?

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