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S820 MDP

1998 Vauxhall Brava

Yellow Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

231,828 mi
Last recorded231,828 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS820 MDP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012 231,828 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 231,828 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 123,548 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 101,847 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2010 101,847 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 62,968 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2009 185,555 miles

Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 185,555 miles

Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 161,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 6,726 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 6,726 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2005 114,024 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 114,024 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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S820 MDP is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in Yellow with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 S820 MDP, 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 S820 MDP registered?

S820 MDP is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 24 September 1998.

Is S820 MDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S820 MDP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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