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P512 CCT

1997 Opel Astra

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

254,247 mi
Last recorded254,247 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Opel Astra105,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 CCT
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 254,247 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 240,722 miles

all four tyres close to limit

steering rack damp

Fail 8 Feb 2016 240,086 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure top mount rubber deteriated (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

steering rack damp

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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P512 CCT is a 1997 Opel Astra in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P512 CCT, 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 P512 CCT registered?

P512 CCT is a 1997 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P512 CCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P512 CCT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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