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AM08 FXG

2008 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

209,069 mi
Last recorded209,069 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Astravan112,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 FXG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 209,069 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2017 209,069 miles

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

Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 194,352 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 183,876 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 174,623 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 161,280 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2013 161,280 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 117,629 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 68,014 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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AM08 FXG is a 2008 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,298cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 112,980 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 AM08 FXG, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM08 FXG registered?

AM08 FXG is a 2008 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is AM08 FXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 FXG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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