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XND 771S

1978 Opel Ascona

Red Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,011 mi
Last recorded12,011 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXND 771S
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2009 12,011 miles

general corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Pass 14 May 2008 11,254 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 May 2008 11,248 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 May 2007 10,417 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 May 2007 10,417 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 May 2006 9,606 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 9,606 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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XND 771S is a 1978 Opel Ascona in Red with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 XND 771S, 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 48 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XND 771S registered?

XND 771S is a 1978 Opel Ascona, first registered on 2 May 1978.

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