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X279 DEP

2000 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

137,114 mi
Last recorded137,114 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2010
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Brava94,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX279 DEP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2010 137,114 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2009 119,684 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 119,196 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

STEERING COLAUME SIGHT MOVEMENT

Pass 11 May 2007 103,704 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 103,704 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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X279 DEP is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 X279 DEP, 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 X279 DEP registered?

X279 DEP is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 27 November 2000.

Is X279 DEP safe to buy?

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