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G797 YTW

1989 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

53,477 mi
Last recorded53,477 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Astra65,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG797 YTW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 53,477 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 53,141 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 52,829 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 52,488 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 52,148 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 51,766 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 51,188 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 50,779 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Sep 2014 50,773 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 50,357 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 49,897 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 48,723 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 46,505 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 42,976 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 42,358 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 41,607 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 40,796 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 40,006 miles

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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G797 YTW is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 G797 YTW, 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 G797 YTW registered?

G797 YTW is a 1989 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 November 1989.

Is G797 YTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G797 YTW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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