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BPA 173K

1988 Opel GT

Red Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,516 mi
Last recorded71,516 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPA 173K
MakeOpel
ModelGT
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 71,516 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 71,503 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 71,498 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 71,454 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 71,412 miles

rear diff area slightly oily

Pass 6 Mar 2018 71,391 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak from diff

Fail 20 Feb 2018 71,385 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak from diff

Pass 21 Feb 2017 71,254 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 71,049 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 70,780 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 70,572 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 70,125 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 69,903 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 69,207 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 68,844 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 68,628 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 68,525 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 67,507 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 67,477 miles

How Reliable is the Opel GT?

Based on 614 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
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BPA 173K is a 1988 Opel GT in Red with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

The most common reason a Opel GT fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPA 173K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel GT typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 38 years old, this Opel GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BPA 173K registered?

BPA 173K is a 1988 Opel GT, first registered on 21 July 1988.

Is BPA 173K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPA 173K shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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