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S888 VXR

1999 Opel Astra

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,902 mi
Last recorded45,902 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 1999 Opel Astra87,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS888 VXR
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 45,902 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2018
Pass 12 Aug 2016
Fail 5 Aug 2016

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)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Side repeater missing both (1.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions all competition tyres (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2015
Pass 14 Aug 2014

n/s & o/s rear tyres getting low

Pass 28 May 2013
Pass 18 May 2012
Pass 27 Jan 2011
Pass 12 Feb 2010

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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S888 VXR is a 1999 Opel Astra in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 87,795 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 S888 VXR, 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 27 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S888 VXR registered?

S888 VXR is a 1999 Opel Astra, first registered on 19 July 1999.

Is S888 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S888 VXR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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