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J61 WWG

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,713 mi
Last recorded58,713 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2011
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ61 WWG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2011 58,713 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 56,492 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

holed o/s/f lower cross member under rariator (not within perscribed area)

inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2010 53,751 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 50,702 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 47,441 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 43,573 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 43,573 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 39,256 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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J61 WWG is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J61 WWG, 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 J61 WWG registered?

J61 WWG is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J61 WWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J61 WWG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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