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RFE 473R

1976 Opel Ascona

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,733 mi
Last recorded115,733 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFE 473R
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 115,733 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 115,453 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 115,247 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 115,081 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 114,877 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 114,647 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 114,606 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 114,582 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 114,339 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 14,105 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 13,987 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 13,964 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 113,759 miles

all 4 tyre walls starting to crack

all suspension rubber bushes perishing but not causing movement

both front bumpstops insecure

fuel cap seal starting to perish

Pass 11 Jun 2013 113,317 miles

front bump stops insecure

Pass 8 Jun 2012 113,093 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 113,038 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 12,995 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 112,336 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 112,094 miles

Both front bump stops dropped into the springs

Pass 5 Jun 2007 112,084 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 12,073 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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RFE 473R is a 1976 Opel Ascona in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RFE 473R, 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 50 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RFE 473R?

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What year was RFE 473R registered?

RFE 473R is a 1976 Opel Ascona, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is RFE 473R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFE 473R shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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