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AV18 URM

2018 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

97,172 mi
Last recorded97,172 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Vauxhall Astra40,165 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV18 URM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 97,172 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2024 87,123 miles

o/s dip beam getting dim(poss bulb fault)

Pass 23 Sep 2023 77,203 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 77,203 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak Intercooler hose popped off and not fitted, refitted (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 69,917 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 69,916 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 47,270 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 47,268 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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AV18 URM is a 2018 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AV18 URM, 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

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What year was AV18 URM registered?

AV18 URM is a 2018 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 July 2018.

Is AV18 URM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV18 URM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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