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J259 TJH

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,975 mi
Last recorded110,975 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ259 TJH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 110,975 miles

both rear wheel arches corroded

Fail 24 Nov 2014 110,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

both rear wheel arches corroded

o/s/r tyre soon

Pass 28 Nov 2013 102,575 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 102,575 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 94,954 miles

o/s/r + n/s/r wheelarches jagged edges

slight corrosion o/s/r + n/s/r inner lower wheel arch

Pass 29 Nov 2011 88,484 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 88,484 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 86,125 miles

rear wheel arches are deteriorating

Pass 4 Dec 2009 81,791 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 78,852 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 78,852 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 76,074 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 76,074 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 72,942 miles

the sidewalls of both rear tyres are deteriorating

Pass 1 Dec 2005 69,651 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

the inner side wall of nearside rear tyre is deteriorating

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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J259 TJH is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J259 TJH, 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 J259 TJH registered?

J259 TJH is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 November 1991.

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