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W261 SDC

2000 Vauxhall Brava

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,540 mi
Last recorded151,540 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2008
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Brava94,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW261 SDC
MakeVauxhall
ModelBrava
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2008 151,540 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 151,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2007 142,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 126,325 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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W261 SDC is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 94,941 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 W261 SDC, 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 26 years old, this Vauxhall Brava is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W261 SDC?

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What year was W261 SDC registered?

W261 SDC is a 2000 Vauxhall Brava, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is W261 SDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W261 SDC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W261 SDC have outstanding finance?

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