1998 VAUXHALL ASTRA1.6L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
This 1998 VAUXHALL ASTRA is a Petrol vehicle with a 1598cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 116,690.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 1598cc
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 1998 Vauxhall Astra (R473 FAA), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2023 to November 2025.
With 3 passes and 2 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 60%. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 28 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 4 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))”.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution unless you are a mechanic looking for a cheap project car. This Astra shows a history of significant structural corrosion and recurring mechanical issues that suggest it is nearing the end of its practical road life.
The primary concern for this vehicle is its structural integrity. The MOT record repeatedly notes 'holed' wheel arches and 'excessively corroded' inner panels. You must have a specialist perform a thorough inspection to determine how far the rust has spread beyond the visible areas, as welding repairs can be prohibitively expensive.
Mechanically, pay attention to the oil leak. The vehicle has a consistent history of engine oil leaks, which were once described as 'excessive' in 2022. Check the exhaust system thoroughly, as it has recently failed for both leaks and high carbon monoxide readings. Ensure the service history is present, as the frequent MOT failures suggest that maintenance may have been reactive rather than proactive in recent years.
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