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V253 JWO

2000 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,445 mi
Last recorded12,445 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2008
Typical for 2000 Opel Astra82,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV253 JWO
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2008 12,445 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 117,070 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 117,070 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 101,829 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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V253 JWO is a 2000 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 82,533 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 V253 JWO, 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 26 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V253 JWO registered?

V253 JWO is a 2000 Opel Astra, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is V253 JWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V253 JWO 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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