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AJE 550P

2018 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,919 mi
Last recorded69,919 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Vauxhall Astra40,165 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJE 550P
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 69,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords close to limit, (5.2.3 (d) (i))

TPMS light on

Pass 23 Jul 2025 55,512 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 55,512 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 47,560 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s worn to approx 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 47,560 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s worn to approx 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 43,035 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 43,035 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 27,884 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 27,373 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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AJE 550P is a 2018 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 40,165 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 AJE 550P, 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 8 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJE 550P?

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What year was AJE 550P registered?

AJE 550P is a 2018 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 October 2018.

Is AJE 550P safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJE 550P shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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