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W983 JPJ

2000 Vauxhall Brava

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,669 mi
Last recorded51,669 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2008
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Brava94,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW983 JPJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2008 51,669 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 51,669 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 45,304 miles

Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Fail 17 Aug 2007 45,304 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advanced to border line wear/movement in both rear leaf spring shackel bushes

Pass 19 Aug 2006 39,747 miles

advisory items as per test number (913331736211)

Fail 19 Aug 2006 39,747 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

both number plates letters/figures correctly spaced at time of test

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

wear in both rear leaf spring rear bushes

Pass 29 Jul 2005 34,827 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2005 34,827 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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W983 JPJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 W983 JPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W983 JPJ registered?

W983 JPJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 29 June 2000.

Is W983 JPJ safe to buy?

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