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LJ08 VCM

2008 Opel Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

71,373 mi
Last recorded71,373 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Opel Astra83,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 71,373 miles

brake fluid low

eml on

front reg cracked

offside rear tyre close legal limit

Fail 23 Jul 2016 71,096 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake fluid low

eml on

front reg cracked

offside rear tyre close legal limit

Fail 5 Aug 2015 65,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

front washers borderline pass o/s jet u/s

Pass 5 Aug 2015 65,715 miles

front washers borderline pass o/s jet u/s

Fail 10 Jun 2015 64,279 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

noise from power steering pump

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 47,411 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 33,277 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 VCM is a 2008 Opel Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 LJ08 VCM, 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 VCM registered?

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

Is LJ08 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 VCM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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