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S188 FNH

1998 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

229,067 mi
Last recorded229,067 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS188 FNH
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 229,067 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 216,362 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 216,362 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 210,401 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 201,401 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 188,232 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 176,117 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

exaust tail pipe in poor condition

Fail 4 Feb 2013 176,117 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

exaust tail pipe in poor condition

Pass 1 Feb 2012 163,564 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 148,849 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 137,007 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 137,007 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 134,691 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 134,598 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 24 May 2008 124,693 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 115,410 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 103,697 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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S188 FNH is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S188 FNH, 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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S188 FNH is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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