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G657 DAB

1989 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,845 mi
Last recorded141,845 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Astra65,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG657 DAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 141,845 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 141,845 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 141,635 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 141,467 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 140,845 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 140,845 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 140,649 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 14,027 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 140,134 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 140,115 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 14,007 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 14,007 miles

Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

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

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

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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G657 DAB is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G657 DAB, 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 G657 DAB registered?

G657 DAB is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 August 1989.

Is G657 DAB safe to buy?

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