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LJ08 VCD

2008 Opel Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,703 mi
Last recorded84,703 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Opel Astra83,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 VCD
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2023 84,703 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 82,879 miles

oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2021 80,580 miles

all suspension corroded

osf mirror cap damaged

Pass 4 Nov 2020 78,938 miles

both front tyres close to limmits

Pass 5 Nov 2019 76,726 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 73,614 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 70,947 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 68,664 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 66,647 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 64,426 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 62,013 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 47,332 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 31,113 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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LJ08 VCD is a 2008 Opel Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 83,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ08 VCD, 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 18 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ08 VCD registered?

LJ08 VCD is a 2008 Opel Astra, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is LJ08 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 VCD shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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