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F251 CYD

1988 Vauxhall Brava

White Petrol 2254cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,039 mi
Last recorded95,039 miles
Recorded on10 May 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF251 CYD
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,254cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2011 95,039 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 95,039 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 91,218 miles

the exhaust m anifold gasket is starting to fail it actually failed the emmission test by being just over the limit so im passing and advising on the day but i think it will get a lot louder very soon

Pass 30 Apr 2009 87,742 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 84,171 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 80,392 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 76,638 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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F251 CYD is a 1988 Vauxhall Brava in White with a 2,254cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F251 CYD, 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 38 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F251 CYD registered?

F251 CYD is a 1988 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 2 September 1988.

Is F251 CYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F251 CYD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F251 CYD have outstanding finance?

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