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G551 TBU

1990 Vauxhall Astravan

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

43,553 mi
Last recorded43,553 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 1990 Vauxhall Astravan52,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG551 TBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 43,553 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 43,440 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 43,192 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 43,023 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 42,991 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2019 42,821 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 42,505 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 42,334 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 41,906 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 40,786 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 40,113 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 35,969 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 38,330 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 37,601 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 36,796 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 36,344 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 35,893 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 35,642 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 34,926 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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G551 TBU is a 1990 Vauxhall Astravan in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1990 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 52,471 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 G551 TBU, 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 36 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G551 TBU?

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What year was G551 TBU registered?

G551 TBU is a 1990 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 30 January 1990.

Is G551 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G551 TBU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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