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JBZ 8221

1993 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,336 mi
Last recorded91,336 miles
Recorded on22 May 2008
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Astra106,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBZ 8221
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 May 2008 91,336 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 147,562 miles

Oil leak

engine management lamp on

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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JBZ 8221 is a 1993 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 106,159 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 JBZ 8221, 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 33 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 JBZ 8221 registered?

JBZ 8221 is a 1993 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is JBZ 8221 safe to buy?

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