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K499 FEE

1992 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2006
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

87,028 mi
Last recorded87,028 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2006
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Astra106,753 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK499 FEE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Sep 2006 87,028 miles

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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 25 Aug 2006 86,625 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both front top suspension bushes in poor condition.

rear flexi brake hoses in poor condition.

Pass 26 Aug 2005 77,654 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 77,416 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Both front shocker top mount splitting

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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K499 FEE is a 1992 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 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 K499 FEE, 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.

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What year was K499 FEE registered?

K499 FEE is a 1992 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 September 1992.

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