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H511 BSL

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Multi-colour Diesel 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,167 mi
Last recorded5,167 miles
Recorded on10 May 2007
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH511 BSL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2007 5,167 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both front tyres running off on inner shoulders

extensive corrosion throughout under body

strongly advised off side rear tyre cracking on inner sidewall

strongly advised rear tow bar excessive corrosion within 30cm

Fail 3 May 2007 5,149 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both front tyres running off on inner shoulders

extensive corrosion throughout under body

strongly advised off side frong wing corroded loose at lower connection

strongly advised off side rear tyre cracking on inner sidewall to bead

strongly advised excessive corrosion within 30cm of tow bar

Fail 24 Apr 2006 3,810 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 3,810 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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H511 BSL is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Multi-colour with a 1,699cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 H511 BSL, 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.

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What year was H511 BSL registered?

H511 BSL is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 April 1991.

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