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Y769 HHJ

2001 Vauxhall Brava

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

130,714 mi
Last recorded130,714 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Brava88,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY769 HHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 130,714 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides, corroded casings (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Nov 2025 130,714 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides, corroded casings (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 124,527 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both outer casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 119,112 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 118,973 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 111,976 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 106,324 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 98,737 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 98,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 89,471 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 May 2018 83,799 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 73,152 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 66,520 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

tailpipe corroded

Pass 29 May 2014 60,846 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 60,716 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear exhaust corroded

slight bind from offside front brake

Fail 1 Jun 2013 52,598 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 52,598 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 46,374 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 May 2012 46,374 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 May 2011 45,307 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 45,307 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 40,172 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 21,000 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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Y769 HHJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 Y769 HHJ, 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 Y769 HHJ registered?

Y769 HHJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 29 March 2001.

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