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P346 UEW

1997 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

236,503 mi
Last recorded236,503 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Opel Astra105,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP346 UEW
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2012 236,503 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2012 229,997 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 229,987 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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P346 UEW is a 1997 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 105,776 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 P346 UEW, 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 29 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P346 UEW registered?

P346 UEW is a 1997 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P346 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P346 UEW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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