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J713 DSP

1991 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

99,128 mi
Last recorded99,128 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Astra71,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ713 DSP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 99,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underside covered in tar

Pass 26 Jul 2024 99,032 miles

Rear axle corroded

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect 2x fronts (5.3.2 (d))

Underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 3 Jul 2023 97,920 miles

coverd in underseal

Pass 5 Jul 2022 95,258 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 95,233 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 90,234 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 90,108 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper spring mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all welding heavily painted

Pass 29 Jun 2020 83,548 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 77,680 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 70,783 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 70,687 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged strands broken (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 63,944 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 56,441 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 56,297 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 48,599 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 40,128 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 34,560 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 30,923 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 30,923 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 24,837 miles

nearside rear spring cup slight corrosion

Pass 2 Jul 2010 18,909 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 18,878 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 12,953 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 12,953 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 6,167 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 98,647 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 88,149 miles

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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J713 DSP is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 J713 DSP, 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

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What year was J713 DSP registered?

J713 DSP is a 1991 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 August 1991.

Is J713 DSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J713 DSP shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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