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X896 JAR

2000 Opel Astra

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

150,726 mi
Last recorded150,726 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2006
Typical for 2000 Opel Astra82,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX896 JAR
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2006 150,726 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2006 150,726 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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X896 JAR is a 2000 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 X896 JAR, 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 X896 JAR registered?

X896 JAR is a 2000 Opel Astra, first registered on 9 October 2000.

Is X896 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X896 JAR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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