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BN51 UTH

2001 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,458 mi
Last recorded154,458 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Brava88,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 UTH
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2011 154,458 miles

chip zone a of windscreen

clutch pedal rubber missing

exhaust system badly deteriorated

Fail 13 Jan 2011 154,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

chip zone a of windscreen

clutch pedal rubber missing

exhaust system badly deteriorated

Pass 12 Jan 2010 147,114 miles

both front headlamps on low aim limit

chip in zone a of windscreen smaller than 10mm

font number plate cracked

tail pipe broken

Pass 20 Jan 2009 124,825 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 123,987 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 111,170 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

ladder rack very inscure

Fail 3 Oct 2007 111,170 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

ladder rack very inscure

Pass 21 Sep 2006 85,829 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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BN51 UTH is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN51 UTH, 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 BN51 UTH registered?

BN51 UTH is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is BN51 UTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 UTH shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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