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AAZ 2299

1990 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

128,187 mi
Last recorded128,187 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2009
Typical for 1990 Vauxhall Astra61,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAZ 2299
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2009 128,187 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 128,187 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 122,234 miles

slight play at both front strut mountings

Fail 4 Aug 2008 122,234 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

slight play at both front strut mountings

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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AAZ 2299 is a 1990 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 61,964 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AAZ 2299, 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 36 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAZ 2299?

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What year was AAZ 2299 registered?

AAZ 2299 is a 1990 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is AAZ 2299 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAZ 2299 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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