Vauxhall Astra 1.2 (1984)
1984 Vauxhall Astra 1.2
CarHunch is tracking 228 1984 Vauxhall Astra 1.2 vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1984 Vauxhall Astra 1.2 is essentially extinct on UK roads: every single one of the 228 vehicles in this cohort has failed its MOT, compared to the 80% UK average pass rate. With a median CarHunch score of just 50 and zero vehicles passing first time, any survivors are either non-functional or held together by their owners' determination rather than roadworthiness.
At nearly 40 years old, these cars have simply reached the end of their practical life—mileage data isn't available because most have likely been retired from regular use. If you're considering one, treat it as a restoration project or parts donor only, not a vehicle for everyday driving.
We have 228 1984 Vauxhall Astra 1.2 vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1984 Vauxhall Astra 1.2
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Vauxhall Astra 1.2
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 227 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
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