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FDV 613T

1979 Opel Ascona

Gold Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,277 mi
Last recorded29,277 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDV 613T
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 29,277 miles

Oil leak ()

vehicle undersealed all over

Fail 10 May 2017 29,277 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill 2 inch patch (6.1.B.2)

vehicle undersealed all over

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 29,282 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 May 2015 29,279 miles

vehicle under sealled

Fail 18 May 2015 29,277 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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FDV 613T is a 1979 Opel Ascona in Gold with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FDV 613T, 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 47 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FDV 613T registered?

FDV 613T is a 1979 Opel Ascona, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is FDV 613T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDV 613T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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