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A7 YJC

2008 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

140,168 mi
Last recorded140,168 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Astra75,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 YJC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2020 140,168 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Apr 2020 140,168 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 128,360 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 125,185 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 108,333 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 98,443 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2015

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 84,009 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 84,009 miles

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

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 71,782 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 57,777 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 57,777 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 41,309 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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A7 YJC is a 2008 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A7 YJC, 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 A7 YJC registered?

A7 YJC is a 2008 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is A7 YJC safe to buy?

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