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R61 DJX

1998 Vauxhall Brava

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,927 mi
Last recorded113,927 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 DJX
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2011 113,927 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 113,422 miles
Pass 24 May 2009 110,268 miles
Pass 11 May 2008 107,594 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2007 104,761 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 102,858 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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R61 DJX is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R61 DJX, 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

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What year was R61 DJX registered?

R61 DJX is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 13 March 1998.

Is R61 DJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R61 DJX shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R61 DJX have outstanding finance?

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