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AKZ 7341

1998 Opel Astra

Red Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2010
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

84,492 mi
Last recorded84,492 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2009
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 7341
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2009 84,492 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2009 84,492 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Fail 14 Dec 2009 84,492 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 82,635 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2008 82,635 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 80,522 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 80,522 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 75,240 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 75,240 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 10 Dec 2005 72,974 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2005 72,974 miles

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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AKZ 7341 is a 1998 Opel Astra in Red with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 AKZ 7341, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AKZ 7341 registered?

AKZ 7341 is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is AKZ 7341 safe to buy?

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