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S742 KTR

1998 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

223,588 mi
Last recorded223,588 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS742 KTR
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2008 223,588 miles

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 214,420 miles

heavy surface corrosion to ungreased brake pipes †remaining pipes greased/undersealed †fuel pipes corroded †rear leaf springs corroded †suspension bushes perished & cracking

os brake cable in poor condition & grabbing slightly †oil leaks †timing belt light on dashboard †front number plate cracking †exhaust joints corroded †front tyres worn unevenly †vehicle underbody corroded †brake hoses perished

Pass 11 Aug 2006 202,985 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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S742 KTR is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S742 KTR, 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 S742 KTR registered?

S742 KTR is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S742 KTR safe to buy?

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