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J223 WVX

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Maroon Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,018 mi
Last recorded105,018 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ223 WVX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 105,018 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 40,219 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel / wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel / wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 May 2017 38,941 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sills (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

wipers smearing

Pass 2 Jun 2016 37,765 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Pipe (7.1.2)

Oil Leak

Fail 2 Jun 2016 37,765 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Pipe (7.1.2)

Oil Leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 36,863 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,846 miles

sings of engine oil leaks

wind screen wiper blades smearing when clearing the screen.

Pass 4 Jul 2013 35,083 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 34,300 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 33,540 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 33,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 32,704 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 31,916 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 31,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 31,048 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 30,217 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 29,428 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 29,428 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 28,406 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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J223 WVX is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Maroon with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 J223 WVX, 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 J223 WVX registered?

J223 WVX is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 November 1991.

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