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J491 VTG

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

100,117 mi
Last recorded100,117 miles
Recorded on16 May 2006
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ491 VTG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2006 100,117 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2006 100,117 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Fail 16 May 2006 100,117 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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J491 VTG is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 J491 VTG, 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 J491 VTG?

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What year was J491 VTG registered?

J491 VTG is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 October 1991.

Is J491 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J491 VTG shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J491 VTG have outstanding finance?

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