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V42 DJU

1999 Opel Astra

Gold Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

231,962 mi
Last recorded231,962 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 1999 Opel Astra87,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV42 DJU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 231,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 25 Jun 2014 231,761 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 217,455 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 209,713 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 199,857 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 189,309 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 179,584 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 171,296 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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V42 DJU is a 1999 Opel Astra in Gold with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V42 DJU, 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 V42 DJU registered?

V42 DJU is a 1999 Opel Astra, first registered on 29 December 1999.

Is V42 DJU safe to buy?

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