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H509 XNW

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,547 mi
Last recorded90,547 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH509 XNW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 90,547 miles

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 10 Oct 2024 90,432 miles

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 19 Apr 2023 90,325 miles

floors repaired underside of car underseal on brake pipes

Pass 20 Apr 2022 89,994 miles

foors repaired & underseal on underside of car & brake pipes

Pass 22 Apr 2021 89,900 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security And rear both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Feb 2017 87,448 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 87,448 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 87,393 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 87,015 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 86,746 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 86,127 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2011 86,084 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 85,665 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 85,663 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

both front brake hose ferrules corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2008 85,650 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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H509 XNW is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 71,271 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 H509 XNW, 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 35 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H509 XNW?

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What year was H509 XNW registered?

H509 XNW is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H509 XNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H509 XNW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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