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Y974 GEP

2001 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

211,518 mi
Last recorded211,518 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Brava88,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY974 GEP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 211,518 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 206,771 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 15 Jan 2025 206,771 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 202,044 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 196,947 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2023 196,946 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 191,540 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 188,072 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 180,505 miles

both front upper ball joint dust covers in poor condition

exhaust corroded

front anti roll bar bushes perrished

rear brake pipes corroded

windscreen chipped

Pass 14 Jan 2019 174,481 miles

Offside wing mirror taped

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear roughness when wheels rotated unable to detect from

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 168,249 miles

Offside wing mirror secured by tape

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Jan 2018 168,249 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside wing mirror secured by tape

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 161,829 miles

Offside wing mirror secured by tape

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (2.4.B.2)

Fail 10 Jan 2017 161,829 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside wing mirror secured by tape

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (2.4.B.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 154,445 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 19 Jan 2015 147,715 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 147,715 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 140,968 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 14 Jan 2013 134,830 miles

n/s/r tyre low

Pass 9 Jan 2012 128,117 miles

front tyres worn

n/s/f shock damp

o/s/f shock weak

Pass 15 Jan 2011 121,267 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front grille cracked and panel damage to bonnet

Pass 16 Jan 2010 113,899 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 103,562 miles

adjust o.s.f.head light

Pass 23 Nov 2007 95,578 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 95,578 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 90,653 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 79,923 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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Y974 GEP is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y974 GEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y974 GEP registered?

Y974 GEP is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 18 June 2001.

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