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X276 VPJ

2000 Opel Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

140,200 mi
Last recorded140,200 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2000 Opel Astra82,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX276 VPJ
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 140,200 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Dec 2016 140,200 miles

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust system leaking gases and rear silencer full of water blocking EGA (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 134,014 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 134,014 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Dec 2014 127,049 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

offside front tyre getting low on tread

Pass 4 Dec 2014 127,049 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front tyre getting low on tread

Pass 5 Dec 2013 119,856 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 119,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 114,052 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 102,023 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate cracked

Fail 5 Dec 2011 102,023 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate cracked

Pass 6 Dec 2010 94,242 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Dec 2010 94,242 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 80,450 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 72,183 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 62,950 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 54,330 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

plastic sill covers fitted

wheel trims damaged

Pass 8 Dec 2005 47,299 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 8 Dec 2005 47,299 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

plastic sill covers fitted

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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X276 VPJ is a 2000 Opel Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X276 VPJ, 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.

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What year was X276 VPJ registered?

X276 VPJ is a 2000 Opel Astra, first registered on 13 December 2000.

Is X276 VPJ safe to buy?

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