MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,241 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Oil leak
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?
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G179 SCD is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 G179 SCD, 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.
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What year was G179 SCD registered?
G179 SCD is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 November 1989.
Is G179 SCD safe to buy?
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