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S819 LHP

1998 Vauxhall Brava

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,597 mi
Last recorded132,597 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS819 LHP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 132,597 miles

corrosion to sills and floor

Pass 8 Jun 2016 131,635 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2016 131,635 miles

Nearside Front Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings siull (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2015 126,376 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 121,376 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 113,038 miles

advise both front discs corroded

advise front to rear brake pipe starting to rust

Pass 10 Mar 2012 106,715 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 102,617 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 102,617 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 96,245 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 92,134 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 88,559 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 88,559 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 84,310 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 80,383 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 80,383 miles

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

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

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

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

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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S819 LHP is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S819 LHP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S819 LHP registered?

S819 LHP is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is S819 LHP safe to buy?

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