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S854 HCG

1999 Vauxhall Brava

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

213,161 mi
Last recorded213,161 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2010
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Brava101,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS854 HCG
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2010 213,161 miles

both rear light lens damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2009 200,692 miles

both rear leaf spring rear eye bushes slightly worn

some play nearside steering idler arm

Fail 15 Jan 2009 200,674 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

both rear leaf spring rear eye bushes slightly worn

some play nearside steering idler arm

Pass 26 Jan 2008 180,653 miles

both rear light lenses damaged

play in nearside steering idler

surface rust on front to rear brake pipes along chassis rail

Fail 22 Jan 2008 180,653 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear light lenses damaged

play in nearside steering idler

surface rust on front to rear brake pipes along chassis rail

Pass 30 Jan 2007 161,792 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

nearside parkbrake effort less than offside

some judder nearside front brake

Pass 28 Jan 2006 148,420 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion exhaust centre box

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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S854 HCG is a 1999 Vauxhall Brava in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 101,278 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 S854 HCG, 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 27 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S854 HCG registered?

S854 HCG is a 1999 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 5 February 1999.

Is S854 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S854 HCG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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