MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
103,740 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
centre exhaust in poor condition
chip in windscreen zone B
engine oil leak
front metal brake pipes corroding
fuel pipe above fuel tank corroded
Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
centre exhaust section in poor condition
chip in windscreen zone B
engine oil leak
front metal brake pipes starting to corrode
metal fuel pipe above fuel tank corroded
rear brake pipes starting to corrode
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Brava?
Based on 90,327 MOT tests across 11,915 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R443 DRP is a 1997 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 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 R443 DRP, 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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How do I check the history of R443 DRP?
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What year was R443 DRP registered?
R443 DRP is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 29 October 1997.
Is R443 DRP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R443 DRP 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 R443 DRP have outstanding finance?
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