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S743 LDG

1998 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

205,967 mi
Last recorded205,967 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Brava115,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS743 LDG
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 205,967 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 205,942 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam both front (1.7.4a)

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced both front (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 200,362 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 195,934 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 9 Sep 2013 189,073 miles

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

steering idler has slight play

Pass 9 Sep 2013 189,073 miles

steering idler has slight play

Pass 10 Sep 2012 182,404 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 175,802 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

slight play in steering idler

Pass 13 Sep 2010 167,472 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2010 167,466 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 156,237 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 144,611 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 144,611 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 133,199 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 115,715 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 115,588 miles

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

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

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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S743 LDG is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 115,911 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 S743 LDG, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S743 LDG registered?

S743 LDG is a 1998 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 30 September 1998.

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