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LF54 VCT

2004 Opel Astra

Grey Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

90,224 mi
Last recorded90,224 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Opel Astra89,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 VCT
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 90,224 miles

ac condenser, lower fin hanging down

front undertray hanging down

nsf play inner steering track rod joint

nsr tyre nail and cracks roadface

osf tyre worn more inner edge

undertray fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 10 Aug 2015 90,224 miles

rear brake binding nsr and osr (3.7.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

ac condenser, lower fin hanging down

front undertray hanging down

nsf play inner steering track rod joint

nsr tyre nail and cracks roadface

osf tyre worn more inner edge

undertray fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 77,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advice off side front inner steering rack ball joint.

Fail 25 Feb 2014 77,235 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advice off side front inner steering rack ball joint.

Pass 15 Feb 2013 70,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 70,466 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 63,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advice front and rear brake discs

Fail 24 Feb 2012 63,402 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advice front and rear brake discs

Pass 3 Mar 2011 58,708 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 58,708 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 54,837 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 54,734 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 48,918 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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LF54 VCT is a 2004 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 89,577 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 Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF54 VCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF54 VCT registered?

LF54 VCT is a 2004 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LF54 VCT safe to buy?

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