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C662 XRT

1985 Opel Ascona

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,283 mi
Last recorded52,283 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC662 XRT
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 52,283 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 52,283 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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C662 XRT is a 1985 Opel Ascona in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 C662 XRT, 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 41 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C662 XRT registered?

C662 XRT is a 1985 Opel Ascona, first registered on 14 August 1985.

Is C662 XRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C662 XRT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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