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J18 DWM

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,727 mi
Last recorded7,727 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2008
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 DWM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2008 7,727 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Aug 2008 7,727 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2007 4,717 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 4,817 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

brake fluid level close to min level

o/s front brake hose perishing.

o/s track rod end cover split

oil leak from engine area

slight corrosion o/s rear outer sill.

slight leak from power steering rack

slight play in o/s rear wheel bearing

small stone chips in windscreen

Pass 22 Aug 2006 630 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 630 miles

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

both front wipers split still clearing the screen

corrosion on both outer sills to rear wheel arch not considered to be excessive

excessive lateral move-ment in near side front shock absorber, off side front shock absorber oil leaking, (advise both front shox)

middle exhaust rubbers perished split and deterorated (advise two new rubbers)

numerous areas of corrosion none to excess

off side front cv boot secure but loose

small amount of play both rear wheel bearings, (advise adjustment)

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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J18 DWM is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 J18 DWM, 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 J18 DWM registered?

J18 DWM is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J18 DWM safe to buy?

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