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P102 FTH

1997 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

143,466 mi
Last recorded143,466 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Astra89,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP102 FTH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 143,466 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 141,853 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 141,848 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Condition of rear brae pipe. (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2021 141,498 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 141,023 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 138,326 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 138,322 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 134,063 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 129,321 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 123,954 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 118,797 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 118,797 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 112,052 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 105,230 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 105,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 98,818 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2011 92,626 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 92,626 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 85,707 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 79,440 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 72,413 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 65,505 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 57,111 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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P102 FTH is a 1997 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 89,177 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 P102 FTH, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P102 FTH registered?

P102 FTH is a 1997 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P102 FTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P102 FTH shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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