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J209 PFJ

1992 Vauxhall Astramax

Red Diesel 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,377 mi
Last recorded28,377 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2010
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Astramax58,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ209 PFJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstramax
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2010 28,377 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 28,377 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 23,129 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 23,122 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

nearside front wiper blade split

Pass 10 May 2008 15,182 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2007 5,810 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astramax?

Based on 6,888 MOT tests across 2,089 vehicles.

58.8%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,118
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 909
constant velocity joint gaiter split 530
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 504
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J209 PFJ is a 1992 Vauxhall Astramax in Red with a 1,699cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.7% with a typical mileage of 58,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astramax fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J209 PFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astramax typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 34 years old, this Vauxhall Astramax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J209 PFJ registered?

J209 PFJ is a 1992 Vauxhall Astramax, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J209 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J209 PFJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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