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DDO 660V

1980 Opel Ascona

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,717 mi
Last recorded17,717 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 1980 Opel Ascona68,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDO 660V
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 17,717 miles

floor/chassis corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2018 14,859 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 11,140 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 6,603 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 1,545 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 98,219 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 93,933 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 89,419 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 83,956 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 78,536 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 74,148 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 71,216 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 69,644 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 66,994 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 66,994 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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DDO 660V is a 1980 Opel Ascona in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DDO 660V, 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.

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What year was DDO 660V registered?

DDO 660V is a 1980 Opel Ascona, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is DDO 660V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDO 660V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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