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K236 FPU

1993 Vauxhall Astramax

White Diesel 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

139,029 mi
Last recorded139,029 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2006
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Astramax58,671 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK236 FPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstramax
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2006 139,029 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 139,029 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2006 139,029 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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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K236 FPU is a 1993 Vauxhall Astramax in White with a 1,699cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.8% with a typical mileage of 58,671 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 Astramax fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K236 FPU, 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 33 years old, this Vauxhall Astramax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K236 FPU registered?

K236 FPU is a 1993 Vauxhall Astramax, first registered on 29 March 1993.

Is K236 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K236 FPU shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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