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LJ08 VCK

2008 Opel Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,731 mi
Last recorded123,731 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Opel Astra83,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 123,731 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 123,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame strengthening plate or fastening insecure bolt missing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine has slight oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2018 120,593 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 113,820 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 108,044 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 97,948 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 72,222 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Dec 2013 72,222 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,772 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 35,672 miles

near side rear door dose not open from the outside

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 VCK is a 2008 Opel Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VCK, 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 VCK registered?

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

Is LJ08 VCK safe to buy?

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