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ASC 400R

1980 Opel Ascona

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,427 mi
Last recorded75,427 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 1980 Opel Ascona68,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASC 400R
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 75,427 miles

under body heavily undersealed

Pass 1 Apr 2019 74,235 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Apr 2019 74,235 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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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ASC 400R is a 1980 Opel Ascona in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Opel Ascona models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 68,188 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 Ascona fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ASC 400R, 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 46 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ASC 400R?

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What year was ASC 400R registered?

ASC 400R is a 1980 Opel Ascona, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is ASC 400R safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASC 400R 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.

Does ASC 400R have outstanding finance?

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