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G1 VXL

1990 Vauxhall Senator

Grey Petrol 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

180,448 mi
Last recorded180,448 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Vauxhall Senator108,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG1 VXL
MakeVauxhall
ModelSenator
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 180,448 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside/offside most forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2025 179,459 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 177,617 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 176,389 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 175,010 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 174,998 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 173,627 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 170,700 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2008 170,539 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 168,648 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Senator?

Based on 11,018 MOT tests across 2,349 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
2,043
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,349
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,060
Brake pipe excessively corroded 695
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 660
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 638
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465
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G1 VXL is a 1990 Vauxhall Senator in Grey with a 2,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1990 Vauxhall Senator models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 108,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Senator fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G1 VXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Senator typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 36 years old, this Vauxhall Senator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G1 VXL registered?

G1 VXL is a 1990 Vauxhall Senator, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G1 VXL safe to buy?

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