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R863 YBP

1997 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

177,921 mi
Last recorded177,921 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Brava120,303 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR863 YBP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2011 177,921 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 177,921 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 171,089 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 163,899 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 155,961 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 148,331 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 140,230 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 139,460 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 139,460 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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R863 YBP is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R863 YBP, 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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What year was R863 YBP registered?

R863 YBP is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 10 December 1997.

Is R863 YBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R863 YBP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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