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C478 HKP

1986 Opel Ascona

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,824 mi
Last recorded80,824 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC478 HKP
MakeOpel
ModelAscona
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2006 80,824 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 80,824 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Coolant leak

How Reliable is the Opel Ascona?

Based on 551 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
683
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 17
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 15
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
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C478 HKP is a 1986 Opel Ascona in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Opel Ascona fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C478 HKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Ascona typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 40 years old, this Opel Ascona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C478 HKP registered?

C478 HKP is a 1986 Opel Ascona, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C478 HKP safe to buy?

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