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DX02 OHV

2002 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

237,545 mi
Last recorded237,545 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Brava96,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 OHV
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2012 237,545 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 22,845 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2011 22,845 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 206,553 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 193,049 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 182,067 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 182,057 miles

Brake pump/compressor drive belt excessively loose (3.6.F.1)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 160,801 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 146,949 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 146,949 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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DX02 OHV is a 2002 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DX02 OHV, 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.

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What year was DX02 OHV registered?

DX02 OHV is a 2002 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 20 March 2002.

Is DX02 OHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 OHV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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