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X216 OBJ

2000 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,763 mi
Last recorded52,763 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Brava94,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX216 OBJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 52,763 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 52,724 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn both sides rear of the rear hanger bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 51,507 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 50,541 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 49,883 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 48,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 47,996 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security buck mtg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 47,758 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 47,261 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 46,208 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 45,712 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 44,882 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 44,181 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 43,079 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 40,988 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 40,988 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 39,641 miles

nearside reversing light lens damaged

Fail 18 Dec 2010 37,997 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 37,997 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 35,615 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 33,828 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 31,504 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 28,293 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 23,780 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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X216 OBJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X216 OBJ, 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 X216 OBJ registered?

X216 OBJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 6 November 2000.

Is X216 OBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X216 OBJ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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