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GTL 527

1998 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

230,090 mi
Last recorded230,090 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTL 527
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 230,090 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 230,089 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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GTL 527 is a 1998 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GTL 527, 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 GTL 527 registered?

GTL 527 is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 7 December 1998.

Is GTL 527 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTL 527 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.

Does GTL 527 have outstanding finance?

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