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A199 UYB

1988 Opel Ascona

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

48,353 mi
Last recorded48,353 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA199 UYB
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2007 48,353 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 48,353 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 43,172 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 43,172 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

slight inbalance on rear brake readings

How Reliable is the Opel Ascona?

Based on 551 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
683
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 17
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 15
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
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A199 UYB is a 1988 Opel Ascona in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Opel Ascona fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A199 UYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Ascona typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 38 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A199 UYB registered?

A199 UYB is a 1988 Opel Ascona, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is A199 UYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A199 UYB shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A199 UYB have outstanding finance?

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