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R969 JMR

1997 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

254,018 mi
Last recorded254,018 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2009
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Brava120,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR969 JMR
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2009 254,018 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 248,247 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 245,066 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 221,836 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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R969 JMR is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R969 JMR, 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 R969 JMR registered?

R969 JMR is a 1997 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R969 JMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R969 JMR shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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