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V966 MGW

1999 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,209 mi
Last recorded110,209 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2015
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Brava101,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV966 MGW
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2015 110,209 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2014 107,964 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 103,861 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

gearbox fluid leak

slight bind on n/s/r braking system

Fail 4 Jan 2013 103,861 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Oil leak

gearbox fluid leak

slight bind on n/s/r braking system

Pass 11 Jan 2012 96,988 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 89,809 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 82,272 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 75,824 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 69,070 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 60,680 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 51,487 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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V966 MGW is a 1999 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V966 MGW, 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 V966 MGW registered?

V966 MGW is a 1999 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V966 MGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V966 MGW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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