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L104 RML

1994 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

97,469 mi
Last recorded97,469 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Vauxhall Astra103,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL104 RML
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 97,469 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 97,244 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 96,664 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 96,661 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 96,310 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 95,562 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 95,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 94,873 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 94,166 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 93,660 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 92,343 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 90,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 88,886 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 87,347 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 85,612 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 83,509 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 81,834 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 80,266 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 78,758 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 77,281 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 75,685 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 72,763 miles

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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L104 RML is a 1994 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1994 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 103,786 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 L104 RML, 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 32 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L104 RML?

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What year was L104 RML registered?

L104 RML is a 1994 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 April 1994.

Is L104 RML safe to buy?

The MOT history for L104 RML shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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