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RPN 518R

1977 Opel Ascona

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,409 mi
Last recorded32,409 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPN 518R
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 May 2006 32,409 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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RPN 518R is a 1977 Opel Ascona in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 RPN 518R, 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 49 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RPN 518R registered?

RPN 518R is a 1977 Opel Ascona, first registered on 1 March 1977.

Is RPN 518R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPN 518R shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RPN 518R have outstanding finance?

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