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E389 XKW

1988 Vauxhall Astramax

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,467 mi
Last recorded93,467 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2007
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Astramax46,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE389 XKW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstramax
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2007 93,467 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 92,968 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 92,124 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 92,056 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9) DANGEROUS

offside under floor skin holed and corroded

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astramax?

Based on 6,888 MOT tests across 2,089 vehicles.

58.8%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,118
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 909
constant velocity joint gaiter split 530
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 504
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E389 XKW is a 1988 Vauxhall Astramax in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.2% with a typical mileage of 46,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astramax fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E389 XKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astramax typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Vauxhall Astramax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E389 XKW registered?

E389 XKW is a 1988 Vauxhall Astramax, first registered on 11 April 1988.

Is E389 XKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E389 XKW shows 4 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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