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A17 KCM

2008 Vauxhall Astra

Beige Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,595 mi
Last recorded84,595 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Astra75,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 KCM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 84,595 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 79,258 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 71,764 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 64,448 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 64,448 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 57,210 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 18,062 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

o/s ans n/s rear inner brake pads look low

Pass 19 Apr 2011 18,062 miles

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

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

o/s ans n/s rear inner brake pads look low

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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A17 KCM is a 2008 Vauxhall Astra in Beige with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 75,324 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 A17 KCM, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A17 KCM registered?

A17 KCM is a 2008 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is A17 KCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 KCM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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