1998 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · S368 HOJ
1998 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 1998. Recorded mileage 112,381 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jul 2022.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Jul 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Jan 2023)
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,381 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S368 HOJ Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2021
- 112,381 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S368 HOJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Vauxhall Astra (S368 HOJ) between October 2005 and July 2021.
The record contains 17 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 July 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
S368 HOJ Mileage History
- 26/10/200565,325 mi
- 09/10/200669,466 mi+4,141 mi
- 09/10/200669,466 mi
- 26/07/200776,495 mi+7,029 mi
- 25/07/200879,661 mi+3,166 mi
- 22/07/200983,106 mi+3,445 mi
- 30/07/201086,452 mi+3,346 mi
- 28/07/201189,899 mi+3,447 mi
- 25/07/201292,685 mi+2,786 mi
- 29/07/201394,920 mi+2,235 mi
- 29/07/201497,166 mi+2,246 mi
- 30/07/201599,054 mi+1,888 mi
- 28/07/2016101,103 mi+2,049 mi
- 24/07/2017103,352 mi+2,249 mi
- 24/07/2018106,240 mi+2,888 mi
- 22/07/2019108,878 mi+2,638 mi
- 30/07/2020111,102 mi+2,224 mi
- 30/07/2021112,381 mi+1,279 mi
Average of roughly 2,986 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
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- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
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- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
Corroded wheel-speed sensor wiring or ABS-module issues can leave the warning light on and turn a cheap hatch into an MOT headache.
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