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B11 ONR

2008 Optare Alero

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,410 mi
Last recorded116,410 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 2008 Optare Alero54,995 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 ONR
MakeOptare
ModelAlero
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 116,410 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 106,115 miles

eight seats fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Jan 2013 88,819 miles

six seats present at time of test

Fail 28 Jan 2013 88,806 miles

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

six seats present at time of test

Pass 24 Jan 2012 74,551 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 58,602 miles

eight passenger seats present

Pass 26 Jan 2010 38,895 miles

8 seats fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Feb 2009 210,507 miles

How Reliable is the Optare Alero?

Based on 1,218 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
6,491
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Transmission brake efficiency below requirements 28
Headlamp aim too low 25
position lamp(s) not working 21
parking brake recording little or no effort 20
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B11 ONR is a 2008 Optare Alero in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Optare Alero models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 54,995 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 Optare Alero fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B11 ONR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Optare Alero typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Optare Alero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B11 ONR?

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What year was B11 ONR registered?

B11 ONR is a 2008 Optare Alero, first registered on 27 February 2008.

Is B11 ONR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B11 ONR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B11 ONR have outstanding finance?

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