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GV51 AXX

2001 Vauxhall Brava

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

148,827 mi
Last recorded148,827 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Brava88,735 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 AXX
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2011 148,827 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 148,827 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside tailgate catch damaged (not working)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 136,226 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 136,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

park brake very hi / long foot brake

Pass 25 Nov 2009 121,834 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 121,833 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil filter leaking

Pass 11 Dec 2008 108,776 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 108,281 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 95,428 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 85,215 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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GV51 AXX is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV51 AXX, 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 GV51 AXX registered?

GV51 AXX is a 2001 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is GV51 AXX safe to buy?

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