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S132 BMV

1998 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

134,274 mi
Last recorded134,274 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS132 BMV
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2009 134,274 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 128,338 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 128,338 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 122,711 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 122,675 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 117,311 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 117,302 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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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S132 BMV is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S132 BMV, 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 S132 BMV registered?

S132 BMV is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 15 December 1998.

Is S132 BMV safe to buy?

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