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R782 TJM

1998 Vauxhall Brava

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

198,156 mi
Last recorded198,156 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR782 TJM
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2015 198,156 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 197,523 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 184,788 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 176,242 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 156,356 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 150,375 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 145,403 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 141,460 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 136,640 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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R782 TJM is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R782 TJM, 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 R782 TJM registered?

R782 TJM is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 27 July 1998.

Is R782 TJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R782 TJM shows 9 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 R782 TJM have outstanding finance?

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