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F247 DGP

1988 Vauxhall Astramax

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,705 mi
Last recorded13,705 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2008
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Astramax46,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF247 DGP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstramax
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2008 13,705 miles

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

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 7,286 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 7,235 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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)

both front wipers slight split

Pass 15 Aug 2006 969 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astramax?

Based on 6,888 MOT tests across 2,089 vehicles.

58.8%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,118
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 909
constant velocity joint gaiter split 530
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 504
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F247 DGP is a 1988 Vauxhall Astramax in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.2% with a typical mileage of 46,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astramax fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F247 DGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astramax typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Vauxhall Astramax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F247 DGP registered?

F247 DGP is a 1988 Vauxhall Astramax, first registered on 30 August 1988.

Is F247 DGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F247 DGP shows 4 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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