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F205 VJT

1988 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

23,849 mi
Last recorded23,849 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Astra58,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF205 VJT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 23,849 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 23,592 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 23,395 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 23,174 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 23,089 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 22,898 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2020 22,868 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 22,574 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 22,351 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 22,040 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 21,742 miles

General corrosion arround vehicle

Pass 13 Oct 2015 21,562 miles

Drivers door has damage

O/S headlamp just ok

Pass 10 Oct 2014 21,283 miles

Body condition poor

O/S front headlamp just ok

Pass 5 Nov 2013 20,928 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 20,928 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 19,313 miles

OFF SIDE FRONT DOOR DAMAGED

Fail 11 Jul 2012 19,313 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

OFF SIDE FRONT DOOR DAMAGED

Pass 11 May 2011 17,471 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2009 16,280 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2009 16,280 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 14,032 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2008 13,981 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 11,199 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 11,199 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2005 5,670 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2005 5,670 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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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F205 VJT is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 F205 VJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F205 VJT registered?

F205 VJT is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 November 1988.

Is F205 VJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F205 VJT shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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