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SPU 977R

1997 Opel Ascona

White Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,530 mi
Last recorded95,530 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPU 977R
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2008 95,530 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 95,530 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 95,530 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2006 95,530 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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SPU 977R is a 1997 Opel Ascona in White with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SPU 977R, 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 29 years old, this Opel Ascona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of SPU 977R?

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What year was SPU 977R registered?

SPU 977R is a 1997 Opel Ascona, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is SPU 977R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPU 977R 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.

Does SPU 977R have outstanding finance?

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