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SF02 CFA

2002 Vauxhall Brava

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

100,329 mi
Last recorded100,329 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Brava96,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF02 CFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 100,329 miles

vehicle has an oil leak at rear diff pinion seal which has coated various parts including shock absorbers making assessment difficult advise repair and cleaning

Pass 27 Aug 2012 97,132 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

emission limits were only just passing service advised

Pass 18 Aug 2011 93,509 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 93,503 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 93,503 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

oil leak at nearside back plate

Pass 29 Aug 2009 92,821 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 92,820 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 92,817 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 84,247 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 75,920 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 68,966 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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SF02 CFA is a 2002 Vauxhall Brava in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 96,894 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 SF02 CFA, 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 24 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SF02 CFA registered?

SF02 CFA is a 2002 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is SF02 CFA safe to buy?

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