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DSZ 5792

2002 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,404 mi
Last recorded74,404 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Brava96,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSZ 5792
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 74,404 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Tail pipe broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Light lens damaged

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 64,375 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt slow to retract

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 56,303 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 56,303 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 48,527 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 25,523 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 25,523 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 13,909 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 13,909 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 12,434 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 11,871 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 10,700 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 9,400 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 9,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 7,464 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 6,696 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 6,320 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 6,320 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 5,906 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 5,466 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 5,059 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 4,483 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 3,831 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 3,199 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 2,635 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 2,125 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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DSZ 5792 is a 2002 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 96,894 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 DSZ 5792, 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 24 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 DSZ 5792 registered?

DSZ 5792 is a 2002 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 17 April 2002.

Is DSZ 5792 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSZ 5792 shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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