1991 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · J217 FAE
1991 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 12 Aug 1991. Recorded mileage 75,064 miles. MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,064 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J217 FAE Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 75,064 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J217 FAE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 1991 Vauxhall Astra (J217 FAE) between April 2026 and April 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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