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R794 CWT

1998 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,721 mi
Last recorded73,721 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2011
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR794 CWT
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2011 73,721 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 73,721 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Jan 2010 63,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 63,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Jan 2009 55,302 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/rear light lens cracked. brake antislip worn

Pass 12 Jan 2009 55,302 miles

n/s/rear light lens cracked. brake antislip worn

Pass 24 Jan 2008 47,484 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 37,767 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 34,386 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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R794 CWT is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R794 CWT, 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 R794 CWT registered?

R794 CWT is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R794 CWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R794 CWT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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