1998 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · S974 AAX
1998 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1998. Recorded mileage 168,914 miles. MOT expired on 20 May 2012.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 May 2012
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (19 Aug 2011)
- Recorded Mileage
- 168,914 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S974 AAX Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2011
- 168,914 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (31 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S974 AAX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Vauxhall Astra (S974 AAX) between March 2006 and May 2011.
The record contains 6 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 06 May 2011 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (31 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 56 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
S974 AAX Mileage History
- 02/03/2006100,948 mi
- 04/03/2006100,948 mi
- 05/03/2007109,890 mi+8,942 mi
- 06/03/2007109,890 mi
- 25/02/2008119,433 mi+9,543 mi
- 29/03/2008119,433 mi
- 24/04/2009128,971 mi+9,538 mi
- 21/05/2009128,973 mi+2 mi
- 20/05/2010149,214 mi+20,241 mi
- 20/05/2010149,214 mi
- 04/05/2011168,878 mi+19,664 mi
- 06/05/2011168,914 mi+36 mi
Average of roughly 13,126 miles per year across 12 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
Rust around the rear axle beam, spring seats, sills and floor edges is one of the biggest reasons Astra Gs disappear from the road.
- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
Blocked scuttle drains and ageing connectors can upset the ECU and engine-bay wiring, causing poor running, non-starts or random warning lights.
- 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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