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Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v (1991)

977 real MOT outcomes analysed

1991 Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v

CarHunch has 977 1991 Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

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No MOT data available for this vehicle type

The 1991 Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v doesn't appear in DVLA light-vehicle MOT records — it may be exempt, registered as a different vehicle class, or an import not subject to UK MOT testing. We don't have reliability stats for this specific model, but you can browse other Vauxhall vehicles below.

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Unfortunately, this 1991 Vauxhall Astra GTE 16V falls outside the DVLA's light-vehicle MOT database, so we have no statistical pass rates or defect data to analyse — only that 977 vehicles of this age and model were sampled. What we do know is that this car is now over 30 years old, making it a classic or cherished vehicle that may fall under historic vehicle tax exemptions or be subject to different testing regimes; most survivors are likely in the hands of enthusiasts rather than everyday drivers. If you're considering one, focus on finding a well-maintained example with full service history and evidence of recent mechanical work, since parts availability and specialist knowledge will be critical given the age. Any purchase should be supported by a pre-buy inspection from someone familiar with 1990s Vauxhalls, not MOT data alone.

MOT statistics not available

We have 977 1991 Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

There are a few reasons this can happen:

  • Heavy commercial vehicle — trucks, buses and coaches over 3.5 tonnes are tested under the DVSA annual HGV/PSV regime, which uses a separate database not included in our data source
  • Imported vehicles — vehicles registered abroad and recently brought to the UK may have no UK MOT history yet
  • MOT-exempt — vehicles manufactured before 1986 qualify under the 40-year rolling exemption; some specialist and agricultural vehicles are also exempt
  • Never used on public roads — some vehicles are registered but kept off-road and have never required an MOT
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Before you buy a 1991 Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v

Based on MOT data from 977 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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  • 🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection ClickMechanic
  • 📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 8,688 Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 30.2%
2,623
Red 29.3%
2,542
Grey 17.8%
1,544
Black 6.6%
573
Purple 6.2%
538
Blue 4.7%
410
Silver 3.2%
276
Maroon 0.7%
61
Gold 0.7%
59
Yellow 0.4%
31
Green 0.3%
25
Brown 0.1%
6
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