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P522 BUB

1996 Vauxhall Astramax

White Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Astramax127,509 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP522 BUB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstramax
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2007
Pass 14 Jul 2006 113,939 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 113,906 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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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P522 BUB is a 1996 Vauxhall Astramax in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P522 BUB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P522 BUB registered?

P522 BUB is a 1996 Vauxhall Astramax, first registered on 9 August 1996.

Is P522 BUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P522 BUB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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