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F350 KBH

1988 Vauxhall Astra

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,208 mi
Last recorded114,208 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Astra58,629 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF350 KBH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 114,208 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 114,201 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 114,193 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 114,185 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 114,152 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 114,134 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 114,134 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 114,124 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 113,689 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 113,676 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 113,284 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 112,997 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 112,120 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 112,119 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 111,518 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2010 110,181 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 110,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 10 Aug 2006 110,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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F350 KBH is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F350 KBH, 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 F350 KBH registered?

F350 KBH is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 October 1988.

Is F350 KBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F350 KBH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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