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EUHA457

1978 Opel Ascona

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,893 mi
Last recorded37,893 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEUHA457
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2013 37,893 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 37,893 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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EUHA457 is a 1978 Opel Ascona in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 EUHA457, 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 48 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EUHA457 registered?

EUHA457 is a 1978 Opel Ascona, first registered on 11 August 1978.

Is EUHA457 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EUHA457 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.

Does EUHA457 have outstanding finance?

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