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J439 GMF

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

46,392 mi
Last recorded46,392 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ439 GMF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 46,392 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 46,380 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 43,218 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 42,504 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 42,249 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 41,830 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 41,518 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 41,518 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 41,203 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 40,797 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 40,797 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 40,554 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 40,048 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 39,822 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 38,853 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 38,059 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 37,261 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 36,649 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 36,649 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 35,779 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 35,272 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 34,438 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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J439 GMF is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 J439 GMF, 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 J439 GMF registered?

J439 GMF is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 August 1991.

Is J439 GMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J439 GMF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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