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R356 JDV

1998 Vauxhall Astravan

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

141,586 mi
Last recorded141,586 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Astravan118,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR356 JDV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2017 141,586 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 133,842 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush left rear lower bush loose/worn (2.7.4)

Fail 23 Feb 2016 133,842 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported refit exhaust hanger rear (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low ajusted both headlamps to correct level (1.8)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush left rear lower bush loose/worn (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 123,388 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

o/s/f and n/s/f lower wishbones rear bushes slight unbonding

Pass 17 Feb 2014 120,939 miles

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

corrossion o/s/r wheel arch

Pass 1 Feb 2013 119,905 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 118,707 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 117,610 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 116,591 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 115,513 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 113,491 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 108,675 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 100,427 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astravan?

Based on 679,643 MOT tests across 58,240 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
7,780
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
58,240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 35,295
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,913
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,092
position lamp(s) not working 17,431
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,678
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R356 JDV is a 1998 Vauxhall Astravan in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 118,537 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astravan fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 35,295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R356 JDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astravan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R356 JDV registered?

R356 JDV is a 1998 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 9 January 1998.

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The MOT history for R356 JDV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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