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F65 EEP

1989 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100 mi
Last recorded100 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Astra65,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF65 EEP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 100 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 99,859 miles

modified for competition use

Fail 25 May 2018 99,859 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

modified for competition use

Pass 20 Apr 2011 98,111 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 93,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 93,328 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 84,479 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 78,569 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 72,351 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 64,215 miles

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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F65 EEP is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 65,209 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 F65 EEP, 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 37 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 F65 EEP registered?

F65 EEP is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 May 1989.

Is F65 EEP safe to buy?

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