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P403 WMJ

1997 Opel Astra

Green Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

155,521 mi
Last recorded155,521 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Opel Astra105,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP403 WMJ
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2009 155,521 miles

nearside wing mirror missing

Fail 20 Nov 2009 155,521 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

nearside wing mirror missing

Pass 20 Nov 2008 149,691 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 122,280 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 122,280 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 29 Jun 2006 106,999 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jun 2006 106,999 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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P403 WMJ is a 1997 Opel Astra in Green with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 P403 WMJ, 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 P403 WMJ registered?

P403 WMJ is a 1997 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P403 WMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P403 WMJ 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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