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X938 BTT

2001 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

148,697 mi
Last recorded148,697 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Opel Astra86,031 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX938 BTT
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2015 148,697 miles

alternator is noisey

Pass 17 Mar 2014 147,824 miles

Spanner symbol displaying on dash

Fail 17 Mar 2014 147,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Spanner symbol displaying on dash

Pass 19 Mar 2013 145,228 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 132,706 miles

osf headlight beam patteren poor

Fail 28 Feb 2012 132,704 miles

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

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

osf headlight beam patteren poor

Pass 24 Mar 2011 118,674 miles

rear exhust joint rusty

Fail 24 Mar 2011 118,674 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear exhust joint rusty

Pass 25 Mar 2010 101,928 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 101,928 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

osf brake tight

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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X938 BTT is a 2001 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 86,031 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 X938 BTT, 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 25 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 X938 BTT registered?

X938 BTT is a 2001 Opel Astra, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X938 BTT safe to buy?

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