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F639 RMD

1988 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

42,368 mi
Last recorded42,368 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Astra58,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF639 RMD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2012 42,368 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil leaks

front and rear shock absorbers weak

front and rear tyres perished

offside and nearside front brake flexi hoses perished

slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 7 Sep 2011 41,866 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 41,857 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2010 41,472 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 41,472 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 40,699 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2008 39,879 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 39,879 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 39,389 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 38,966 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 38,966 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Inner Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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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F639 RMD is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F639 RMD, 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 F639 RMD registered?

F639 RMD is a 1988 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 August 1988.

Is F639 RMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F639 RMD shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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