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G438 RNJ

1989 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,567 mi
Last recorded95,567 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2007
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Astra65,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG438 RNJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2007 95,567 miles

as previous vt32

Fail 2 Jul 2007 95,493 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion to both rear wheel arches

nearside front inner cv boot split

Pass 11 Jul 2006 92,285 miles

as previous vt32

Fail 11 Jul 2006 92,285 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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G438 RNJ 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 G438 RNJ, 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 G438 RNJ registered?

G438 RNJ is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 October 1989.

Is G438 RNJ safe to buy?

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