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K523 XFD

1993 Vauxhall Astravan

Blue Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,252 mi
Last recorded155,252 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2014
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Astravan142,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK523 XFD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2014 155,252 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Oct 2014 155,252 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 15,506 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 154,381 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 152,413 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 150,434 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 146,252 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 145,166 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2007 144,587 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 144,587 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 144,038 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astravan?

Based on 679,643 MOT tests across 58,240 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
7,780
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
58,240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 35,295
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,913
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,092
position lamp(s) not working 17,431
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,678
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K523 XFD is a 1993 Vauxhall Astravan in Blue with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 142,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astravan fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 35,295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K523 XFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astravan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K523 XFD registered?

K523 XFD is a 1993 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 1 July 1993.

Is K523 XFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K523 XFD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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