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NCU 79

2008 Opel Ascona

Blue Petrol 1566cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

65,457 mi
Last recorded65,457 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCU 79
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,566cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2016 65,457 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2015 63,929 miles

Oil leak

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 1 May 2015 63,868 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 63,098 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 52,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 8 Jul 2011 52,248 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 8 Jun 2010 53,722 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 46,188 miles

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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NCU 79 is a 2008 Opel Ascona in Blue with a 1,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NCU 79, 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 18 years old, this Opel Ascona is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NCU 79 registered?

NCU 79 is a 2008 Opel Ascona, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is NCU 79 safe to buy?

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