VAUXHALL BRAVA1997 · 2.5L DIESEL

The most recent MOT for the 1997 Vauxhall Brava was recorded on 2010-04-21, with the vehicle at 179,041 miles. It passed, but notable defects included nearside rear and offside front tyres worn close to the legal limit, and a slightly corroded offside rear brake pipe. A prior MOT on 2010-04-19, also at 179,041 miles, resulted in a fail due to mismatched tyre sizes on the same axle, along with similar tyre wear and the same brake pipe issue. These recurring tyre and brake-related defects suggest ongoing maintenance concerns. The 2009 MOT history shows a mix of passes and fails. A 2009-04-15 pass recorded no defects, but a 2009-04-14 fail noted a non-working offside rear fog lamp and brake imbalance across an axle. Earlier, a 2008 MOT at 16,854 miles showed no issues. The pattern indicates sporadic problems, with no clear trend of worsening or improvement. However, the 2010 MOTs highlight repeated tyre wear and brake system vulnerabilities, which could signal neglect or insufficient maintenance. The vehicle’s mileage of 179,041 miles, recorded in 2010, has not increased in over a decade, despite the current date being 2026.