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8552BGK

2001 Opel Astra

White Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,948 mi
Last recorded198,948 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Opel Astra86,031 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration8552BGK
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 198,948 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jun 2017 198,948 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 184,058 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine tray fitted to underneath

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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8552BGK is a 2001 Opel Astra in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 86,031 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 8552BGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 8552BGK registered?

8552BGK is a 2001 Opel Astra, first registered on 12 March 2001.

Is 8552BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8552BGK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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