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B85 GTE

1987 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,186 mi
Last recorded65,186 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Astra59,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB85 GTE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 65,186 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 65,180 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 65,109 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 65,061 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 65,014 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 65,014 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 64,876 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 64,738 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 64,641 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 64,626 miles

Rear Fuel hose excessively damaged on back of tank (7.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 64,312 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 64,006 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 63,726 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 63,456 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 63,126 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 62,985 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 62,883 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 62,531 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 61,918 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 61,020 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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B85 GTE is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1987 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 59,884 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 B85 GTE, 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 39 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B85 GTE registered?

B85 GTE is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is B85 GTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B85 GTE shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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