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Y609 MVT

2001 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,132 mi
Last recorded124,132 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Opel Astra86,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY609 MVT
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 124,132 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 115,565 miles

At the time of test the engine management light was on

At the time of test the rear brake were noisy

Both headlamp lenses are opaque but the light output and beam patterns are acceptable

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

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

One of the rear silencer mounts is broken but it is secure

The battery is insecure

Pass 27 Aug 2011 111,774 miles

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

managenent light on

pad warning light on

Fail 16 Aug 2011 111,774 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

managenent light on

pad warning light on

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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Y609 MVT is a 2001 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y609 MVT, 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.

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What year was Y609 MVT registered?

Y609 MVT is a 2001 Opel Astra, first registered on 5 June 2001.

Is Y609 MVT safe to buy?

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