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DX02 ORN

2002 Vauxhall Brava

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

194,048 mi
Last recorded194,048 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Brava96,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 ORN
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 194,048 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2022 186,178 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 175,241 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 May 2021 175,230 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 171,531 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 168,610 miles

both front tie bar bushes heavily split

n/s/r brake pipe corroding

rear body mounts corroding

Fail 29 Mar 2019 168,557 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by leaf spring rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis in 2 places by leaf spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by fuel tank (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front tie bar bushes heavily split

front to rear brake pipes heavily corroded + both rear pipes

rear body mounts corroding

Pass 23 Mar 2018 165,382 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 161,806 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 161,806 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 157,544 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 153,072 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 149,037 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 144,833 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 141,391 miles

corrosion not through all skins o/s/r outer sill

Pass 1 Apr 2011 137,477 miles

brake pipe between compensator/rear flexi hose heavily corroded on limit

n/s/r brake pipe corroding

Pass 20 Mar 2010 133,768 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing middle of tread + close to limit

surface corrosion rear outer sills

Pass 20 Mar 2009 130,223 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 127,499 miles

front brake pads thin

Pass 23 Mar 2007 124,897 miles

chips in windscreen

Pass 24 Mar 2006 99,206 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 99,206 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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 ORN is a 2002 Vauxhall Brava in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ORN, 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 ORN registered?

DX02 ORN is a 2002 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 26 April 2002.

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