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D198 STM

1987 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,070 mi
Last recorded21,070 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Astra59,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD198 STM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 21,070 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 19,381 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 12,047 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 7,216 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Fail 29 Apr 2013 7,213 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 3,808 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection of wheel bolts and brake components.

Fail 11 Apr 2012 3,806 miles

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

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection of wheel bolts and brake components.

Pass 11 Apr 2011 1,824 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear wheel arches starting to get very rusty

Pass 13 Apr 2010 240 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 240 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 98,473 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 96,675 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 93,636 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 91,384 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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D198 STM is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 D198 STM, 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.

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What year was D198 STM registered?

D198 STM is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 May 1987.

Is D198 STM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D198 STM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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