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A25 FFF

1996 Vauxhall Astra

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,187 mi
Last recorded152,187 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2009
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Astra93,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA25 FFF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2009 152,187 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

drivers seat cannot be tilted forward

slight cracking of o/s top suspension mounting rubber bush

Fail 22 Jul 2009 152,184 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

drivers seat cannot be tilted forward

slight cracking of o/s top suspension mounting rubber bush

Pass 29 Jul 2008 141,188 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

drivers seat secure but cannot be tilted

n/s front top suspension mount slightly deteriorated (no play)

o/s front top suspension mount slightly deteriorated (no play)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 127,135 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 127,135 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 113,661 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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A25 FFF is a 1996 Vauxhall Astra in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 93,264 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 A25 FFF, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A25 FFF registered?

A25 FFF is a 1996 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 August 1996.

Is A25 FFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A25 FFF shows 6 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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