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T228 LVV

1999 Vauxhall Brava

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,858 mi
Last recorded119,858 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Brava101,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT228 LVV
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 119,858 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2013 104,290 miles

Nearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 104,290 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 89,043 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 73,271 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 57,789 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 41,295 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 41,239 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 41,205 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 41,205 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 41,098 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 41,096 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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T228 LVV is a 1999 Vauxhall Brava in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 101,278 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 T228 LVV, 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 27 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T228 LVV registered?

T228 LVV is a 1999 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 29 June 1999.

Is T228 LVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T228 LVV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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