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J30 VDS

1991 Vauxhall Astra

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ30 VDS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025
Pass 23 Feb 2021 136,638 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2021 136,636 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 136,632 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 136,632 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 136,632 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 136,632 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 136,632 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 136,632 miles

deformation of nearside and offside front outer sills

no rear seats or seat belts fitted, rally car conversion

Pass 23 Dec 2014 136,632 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 136,632 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 136,632 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

corrosion to nsf footwell

Fail 27 Nov 2010 136,632 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

corrosion to nsf footwell

Pass 20 Oct 2009 136,632 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 136,541 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 136,265 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 135,876 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 135,876 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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J30 VDS is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 J30 VDS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J30 VDS registered?

J30 VDS is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J30 VDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J30 VDS shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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