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E254 PTG

1987 Vauxhall Astra

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,250 mi
Last recorded14,250 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2009
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Astra59,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE254 PTG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,250 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 8,953 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 2,967 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 96,813 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 90,540 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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E254 PTG is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E254 PTG, 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

How do I check the history of E254 PTG?

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What year was E254 PTG registered?

E254 PTG is a 1987 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E254 PTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E254 PTG shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E254 PTG have outstanding finance?

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