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W948 XAR

2000 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,249 mi
Last recorded68,249 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Brava94,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW948 XAR
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 68,249 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 67,434 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear tailpipe pepper holed (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

offside rear light lens damaged

Pass 8 Mar 2019 55,515 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 44,139 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 32,723 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 23,351 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 23,250 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 21,865 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 21,309 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 20,990 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 18,712 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 17,438 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 15,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 15,994 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 14,891 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 12,483 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 10,427 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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W948 XAR is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 94,941 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 W948 XAR, 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 26 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W948 XAR registered?

W948 XAR is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 9 March 2000.

Is W948 XAR safe to buy?

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