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0980 LF

1998 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

153,171 mi
Last recorded153,171 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration0980 LF
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2007 153,171 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 153,171 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

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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0980 LF is a 1998 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 97,514 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 0980 LF, 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 28 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 0980 LF registered?

0980 LF is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is 0980 LF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 0980 LF 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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