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M491 ONP

1995 Vauxhall Brava

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

188,273 mi
Last recorded188,273 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2012
Typical for 1995 Vauxhall Brava126,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM491 ONP
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2012 188,273 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 4 Feb 2011 183,640 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 183,640 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 58,374 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 169,343 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 166,643 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 166,643 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2007 158,627 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 149,178 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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M491 ONP is a 1995 Vauxhall Brava in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 126,872 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 M491 ONP, 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 31 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M491 ONP registered?

M491 ONP is a 1995 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 22 May 1995.

Is M491 ONP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M491 ONP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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