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X503 HJV

2001 Vauxhall Brava

Yellow Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,265 mi
Last recorded78,265 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Brava88,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX503 HJV
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 78,265 miles

All suspension components rusty

Exhaust rusty

Nearside front wheel binding slightly when rotated

Rear loading bed rusty

Pass 26 Oct 2021 77,027 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension components rusty

Vehicle covered in under seal underneath

Pass 9 Oct 2020 77,002 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside front wheel binding slightly when rotated

Rear chassis rusty and covered in under seal

Pass 1 Nov 2019 76,905 miles

Brake pipes and chassis heavily under sealed

Pass 30 Oct 2018 76,777 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner cills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2018 76,777 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner cills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 76,646 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 31 Oct 2017 76,646 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 76,422 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 73,985 miles

Front bumper corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Oct 2015 73,981 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both N/S & O/S (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Centre step pannle corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Centre outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working Side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front bumper corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 73,624 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 73,118 miles

both rear (195r14)tyres are badly perrished

Fail 8 Oct 2013 73,118 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both rear (195r14)tyres are badly perrished

Fail 10 Oct 2012 72,626 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 72,626 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 71,931 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 70,544 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 68,757 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2008 66,674 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Nov 2008 66,674 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 64,710 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 64,680 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 62,613 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 62,612 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 53,032 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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X503 HJV is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava in Yellow with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 X503 HJV, 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 X503 HJV registered?

X503 HJV is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 15 January 2001.

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