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A61 JBG

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,241 mi
Last recorded164,241 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA61 JBG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 164,241 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front & rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer sill covered with heavily sealant

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 152,478 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 144,015 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 130,799 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 130,789 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 117,552 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 117,552 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 107,389 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 99,158 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 88,618 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 78,065 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 78,065 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN

Pass 18 Jan 2010 60,722 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 60,642 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 55,554 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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A61 JBG is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 75,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A61 JBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A61 JBG registered?

A61 JBG is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is A61 JBG safe to buy?

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