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X708 EKR

2000 Opel Ascona

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,360 mi
Last recorded75,360 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX708 EKR
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 75,360 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 61,905 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 17 Jul 2015 61,905 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 61,807 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 61,672 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 60,835 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 60,835 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 58,500 miles

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

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

Sill covers fitted

Slight play at steering wheel

Pass 26 Jul 2011 56,342 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 53,350 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 50,211 miles

rear exhaust very rusty

unable to inspect body side sills due to covers fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2008 46,142 miles

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

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

rear exhaust rusted

unable to inspect body side sills due to covers fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2007 42,175 miles

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

air bag light on

Pass 28 Jul 2006 37,526 miles

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

unable to fully assess condition of outer sills due to plastic covers

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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X708 EKR is a 2000 Opel Ascona in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X708 EKR, 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 26 years old, this Opel Ascona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X708 EKR registered?

X708 EKR is a 2000 Opel Ascona, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X708 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X708 EKR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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