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CJ15 VTC

2005 Opel Astra

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

270,393 mi
Last recorded270,393 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Opel Astra91,551 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ15 VTC
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 270,393 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 270,390 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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CJ15 VTC is a 2005 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 91,551 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 CJ15 VTC, 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 21 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CJ15 VTC registered?

CJ15 VTC is a 2005 Opel Astra, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is CJ15 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJ15 VTC 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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