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E206 SEJ

1987 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,427 mi
Last recorded76,427 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Astra59,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE206 SEJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 76,427 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 76,427 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2024 76,427 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 76,427 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2014 76,427 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear brake bind

Pass 21 Apr 2012 76,427 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 76,427 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake performance tested using decelorometer due to L,S,D, fitted

steel rims fitted to front and alloy rims to rear

vehicle has a sump guard and a skid plate fitted underneath

Fail 29 Jan 2011 76,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake performance tested using decelorometer due to L,S,D, fitted

vehicle has a sump guard and a skid plate fitted underneath

Pass 28 Jan 2009 76,434 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 76,427 miles

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 76,427 miles

heavy welding under car

Pass 16 Oct 2006 76,380 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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E206 SEJ is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E206 SEJ, 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 E206 SEJ registered?

E206 SEJ is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 August 1987.

Is E206 SEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E206 SEJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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