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M40 SPH

2000 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,663 mi
Last recorded142,663 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Astra88,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 SPH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 142,663 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 139,149 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 131,469 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 128,431 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 124,539 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 121,534 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 117,444 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 112,273 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 105,717 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 105,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

nearside front tyre slightly low

offside front tyre punture repair on edge of tyre

offside rear tyre slightly low

Pass 16 Apr 2008 101,310 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 95,478 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 88,080 miles

centre exhaust very corroded

slight play in near side steering rack

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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M40 SPH is a 2000 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 88,462 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 M40 SPH, 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 26 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M40 SPH registered?

M40 SPH is a 2000 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 April 2000.

Is M40 SPH safe to buy?

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