MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
1,075 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
slight play in steering column
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
slight play in steering column
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?
Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.
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G488 RRG is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 G488 RRG, 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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How do I check the history of G488 RRG?
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What year was G488 RRG registered?
G488 RRG is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 August 1989.
Is G488 RRG safe to buy?
The MOT history for G488 RRG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does G488 RRG have outstanding finance?
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