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D23 DFH

1987 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

98,414 mi
Last recorded98,414 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Astra59,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD23 DFH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2011 98,414 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 98,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 95,426 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 90,664 miles

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

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

wiper blades deteriorated and could do with changing

Fail 18 Jun 2009 90,664 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

wiper blades deteriorated and could do with changing

Fail 30 Jun 2008 84,350 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 84,350 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 78,232 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 78,232 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 73,269 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 68,955 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 68,955 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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D23 DFH is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 D23 DFH, 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 D23 DFH registered?

D23 DFH is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 February 1987.

Is D23 DFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D23 DFH shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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