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J633 BYB

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,491 mi
Last recorded112,491 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ633 BYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 112,491 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 111,987 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2013 111,660 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 101,132 miles

Damage to front number plate

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 14 Feb 2008 100,871 miles

both front tyres deformed and worn on outer edge

both rear tyres deformed and worn on outer edge

heavy oil leaks

sills covered with plastic covers not allowing full corrosion inspection

underside of vehicle covered with underseal not allowing full corrosion inspection

Fail 13 Feb 2008 100,865 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

both front tyres deformed and worn on outer edge

both rear tyres deformed and worn on outer edge

heavy oil leaks

sills covered with plastic covers not allowing full corrosion inspection

underside of vehicle covered with underseal not allowing full corrosion inspection

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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J633 BYB is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J633 BYB, 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 J633 BYB registered?

J633 BYB is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J633 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J633 BYB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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