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R811 AOJ

1997 Vauxhall Brava

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,205 mi
Last recorded103,205 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Brava120,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR811 AOJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 103,205 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres slightly worn on edges and perishing

Fail 25 May 2017 103,205 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached snapped off (2.7.2b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded off brake valve to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe to wheel (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

both front tyres slightly worn on edges and perishing

Pass 10 Aug 2016 100,306 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 96,685 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2014 93,663 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 91,505 miles

high smoke emissions

Fail 11 Jul 2013 91,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

high smoke emissions

Pass 26 Jul 2012 89,196 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

rear shackle bushes worn

Pass 26 Jul 2011 87,154 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 84,217 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 84,217 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 81,806 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

cant see front brake pads easily but they appear to be low

ehaust emits black smoke when revved

rear shocker bushes worn

Pass 28 Jul 2008 77,653 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 77,653 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 73,792 miles

emissions smokey

Pass 14 Jul 2006 70,200 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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R811 AOJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R811 AOJ, 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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R811 AOJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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