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K493 XTM

1992 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,854 mi
Last recorded76,854 miles
Recorded on5 May 2010
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Astra106,753 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK493 XTM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2010 76,854 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 73,216 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2008 71,325 miles

advise slight corrosion nsr wheel arch and ns sill

Fail 31 Jan 2008 71,325 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

advise slight corrosion nsr wheel arch and ns sill

Pass 14 Dec 2006 67,213 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 67,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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K493 XTM is a 1992 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 106,753 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 K493 XTM, 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 34 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 K493 XTM registered?

K493 XTM is a 1992 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 September 1992.

Is K493 XTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K493 XTM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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