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J300 SKB

1994 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

150,021 mi
Last recorded150,021 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Vauxhall Astra103,786 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ300 SKB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 150,021 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 149,545 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 147,829 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 147,224 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 143,278 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 138,246 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2016 133,487 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 132,110 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2014 129,406 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 126,766 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 143,245 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 23 Dec 2008 142,398 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)

All alloy wheels incorrect type fitted.

Pass 17 Dec 2007 92,004 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 86,250 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Dec 2005 81,409 miles

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

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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J300 SKB is a 1994 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1994 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 103,786 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 J300 SKB, 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 32 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J300 SKB registered?

J300 SKB is a 1994 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 March 1994.

Is J300 SKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J300 SKB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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