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E79 RNV

1988 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,145 mi
Last recorded35,145 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Astra58,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE79 RNV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 35,145 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 35,141 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheelarch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 33,850 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre floor chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre outersill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 32,392 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 31,000 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 30,994 miles

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

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 29,693 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 28,155 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Oct 2013 28,155 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 26,796 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 25,457 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 23,681 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 21,379 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 21,379 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 19,060 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 16,594 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 14,316 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 11,829 miles

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

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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E79 RNV is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 58,629 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 E79 RNV, 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 38 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E79 RNV registered?

E79 RNV is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E79 RNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E79 RNV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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