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F233 GNM

1988 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,483 mi
Last recorded142,483 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Astra58,629 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF233 GNM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 142,483 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 142,455 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 142,248 miles

underside undersealed

Fail 8 Jul 2021 142,248 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

underside undersealed

Pass 21 Mar 2020 142,405 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 142,301 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 141,383 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 129,166 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 118,056 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 103,367 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 89,547 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 82,245 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2006 69,922 miles

Oil leak

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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F233 GNM is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F233 GNM, 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 F233 GNM registered?

F233 GNM is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F233 GNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F233 GNM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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