1988 Vauxhall Astra MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Astra models manufactured in 1988, based on 1,875 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1988 Vauxhall Astra vintage page → (92.7% current pass rate)1988 Vauxhall Astra MOT Analysis
The 1988 Vauxhall Astra has an MOT pass rate of 59.6% based on 1,875 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 61,538 miles on the odometer. With a 40.4% failure rate, the 1988 Astra is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1988 Vauxhall Astra is Visibility, responsible for 0.4% of failures. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs range from £10–300. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 0.2%. Tyres follows at 0.2%.
Top failures specific to 1988 models only. The overall Astra page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 0.4% | 8 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.2% | 4 |
| 3 | Tyres | 0.2% | 4 |
| 4 | Steering | 0.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 61,538 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.07 | 0.4% | 8 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.03 | 0.2% | 4 |
| Tyres | 0.03 | 0.2% | 4 |
| Steering | 0.02 | 0.1% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1988 Vauxhall Astra has an MOT pass rate of 59.6% based on 1,875 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 61,538 miles on the odometer. With a 40.4% failure rate, the 1988 Astra is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1988 Vauxhall Astra, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to visibility: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable. At 61,538 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Visibility — 0.4% of failures
Visibility issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1988 Vauxhall Astra models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.2% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1988 Vauxhall Astra models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Tyres — 0.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1988 Vauxhall Astra models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.