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N273 MGD

1996 Vauxhall Astramax

White Diesel 1699cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

132,167 mi
Last recorded132,167 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2005
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Astramax127,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN273 MGD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstramax
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,699cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2005 132,167 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

offside front top shock absorber rubber mounting starting to crack

rear fold away seat has no seat belts

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astramax?

Based on 6,888 MOT tests across 2,089 vehicles.

58.8%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,118
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 909
constant velocity joint gaiter split 530
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 504
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N273 MGD is a 1996 Vauxhall Astramax in White with a 1,699cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 127,509 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 Astramax fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N273 MGD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astramax typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Vauxhall Astramax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N273 MGD registered?

N273 MGD is a 1996 Vauxhall Astramax, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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