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Y806 DCE

2001 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,889 mi
Last recorded126,889 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Brava88,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY806 DCE
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2023 126,889 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring mounting/ chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 124,480 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre valve stem perished

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

Fail 26 Apr 2022 124,473 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre valve stem perished

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 121,442 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 121,438 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2019 114,273 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 108,655 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 103,622 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear chassis corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 103,622 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear chassis corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 96,502 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 95,094 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 91,916 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 84,226 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 78,473 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 71,133 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 65,002 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 57,619 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 57,619 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 49,437 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 49,437 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 42,637 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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Y806 DCE is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y806 DCE, 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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Y806 DCE is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 10 April 2001.

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