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F489 BTG

1989 Vauxhall Astramax

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,326 mi
Last recorded60,326 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2006
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Astramax57,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF489 BTG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstramax
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2006 60,326 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 60,325 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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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F489 BTG is a 1989 Vauxhall Astramax in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Vauxhall Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.8% with a typical mileage of 57,956 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F489 BTG, 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 37 years old, this Vauxhall Astramax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F489 BTG registered?

F489 BTG is a 1989 Vauxhall Astramax, first registered on 7 March 1989.

Is F489 BTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F489 BTG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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