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BT51 ZRD

2001 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,544 mi
Last recorded165,544 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Brava88,735 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 ZRD
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 May 2013 165,544 miles

corrosion present on exhaust

corrosion present on front brake pipes

minor leak of exhaust gases rear

rear section of exhaust deteriorated

slight movement in offside front lower ball joint

Pass 24 Mar 2012 153,163 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 141,810 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 132,765 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 121,628 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 95,263 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 78,028 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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BT51 ZRD is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BT51 ZRD, 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 BT51 ZRD registered?

BT51 ZRD is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is BT51 ZRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 ZRD shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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