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X228 HEP

2001 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,257 mi
Last recorded87,257 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Brava88,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX228 HEP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 87,257 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 81,223 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 74,295 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 66,819 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 66,819 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 59,993 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

n/s front tyre outer sidewall

Fail 24 Jul 2009 59,993 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

n/s front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 1 Aug 2008 52,592 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 52,592 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 45,373 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 36,492 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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X228 HEP is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 88,735 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 X228 HEP, 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 25 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X228 HEP registered?

X228 HEP is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 17 February 2001.

Is X228 HEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X228 HEP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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