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F609 BVV

1989 Vauxhall Astramax

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,992 mi
Last recorded78,992 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2011
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Astramax57,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF609 BVV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstramax
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2011 78,992 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2011 78,992 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 77,790 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 75,748 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 73,802 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 71,077 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 68,678 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 68,678 miles

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

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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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F609 BVV is a 1989 Vauxhall Astramax in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F609 BVV, 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.

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What year was F609 BVV registered?

F609 BVV is a 1989 Vauxhall Astramax, first registered on 6 June 1989.

Is F609 BVV safe to buy?

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