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J490 OMJ

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

119,916 mi
Last recorded119,916 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2007
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ490 OMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2007 119,916 miles

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

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

both front wiper blades are beginning to split

corrosion started on both rear wheel archs and o/s/f floor and rear boot floor

spare tyre is distorted

Pass 4 Jan 2007 116,256 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 116,255 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

corrosion started on o/s/r wheel arch

Pass 12 Jan 2006 113,454 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 113,454 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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J490 OMJ is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J490 OMJ, 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 J490 OMJ registered?

J490 OMJ is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 November 1991.

Is J490 OMJ safe to buy?

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