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P61 DFR

1997 Opel Astra

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,145 mi
Last recorded108,145 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Opel Astra105,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP61 DFR
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2007 108,145 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 108,126 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 104,247 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 95,248 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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P61 DFR is a 1997 Opel Astra in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P61 DFR, 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 P61 DFR registered?

P61 DFR is a 1997 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P61 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P61 DFR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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