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AK57 SVL

2007 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

103,805 mi
Last recorded103,805 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 Vauxhall Astra76,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 SVL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 103,805 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2023 103,805 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear backbox (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2022 100,841 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 15 Jan 2022 100,841 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Nov 2020 90,601 miles

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

slight engine oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2019 80,055 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 80,055 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 71,833 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2018 71,526 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 62,573 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 56,553 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 56,553 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 50,833 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 47,096 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 47,096 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 36,530 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 36,517 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 24,190 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 21,543 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 15,518 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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AK57 SVL is a 2007 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2007 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 76,192 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 AK57 SVL, 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 19 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK57 SVL registered?

AK57 SVL is a 2007 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 October 2007.

Is AK57 SVL safe to buy?

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