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J40 GTE

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,178 mi
Last recorded90,178 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 GTE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2026 90,178 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 89,996 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 89,903 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 89,801 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 89,669 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 89,178 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 87,991 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 87,531 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 87,531 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 87,041 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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J40 GTE is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J40 GTE, 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

How do I check the history of J40 GTE?

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What year was J40 GTE registered?

J40 GTE is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J40 GTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 GTE shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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