1998 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · S38 MRH
1998 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 1998. Recorded mileage 100,399 miles. MOT expired on 18 Feb 2012. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Feb 2012
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,399 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S38 MRH Key Findings
- 7 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/02/2011
- 100,399 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S38 MRH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
7 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Vauxhall Astra (S38 MRH) between February 2006 and February 2011.
The record contains 6 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 February 2011 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: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)”; “Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)”; “Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)”.
S38 MRH Mileage History
- 18/02/200688,801 mi
- 19/02/200788,292 mi-509 mi
- 19/02/200890,108 mi+1,816 mi
- 18/02/200992,800 mi+2,692 mi
- 19/01/201094,219 mi+1,419 mi
- 19/01/201094,219 mi
- 15/02/2011100,399 mi+6,180 mi
Average of roughly 2,323 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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
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