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HB 4887

1998 Opel Vectra

Gold Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

186,824 mi
Last recorded186,824 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Opel Vectra101,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHB 4887
MakeOpel
ModelVectra
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2012 186,824 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

eml light on

Fail 17 Sep 2012 186,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Oil leak

eml light on

Pass 8 Jul 2011 177,461 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

eml on

Fail 8 Jul 2011 177,452 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

eml on

How Reliable is the Opel Vectra?

Based on 5,243 MOT tests across 693 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
6,405
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 371
Brake pipe excessively corroded 311
Registration plate lamp not working 189
position lamp(s) not working 141
Direction indicator incorrect colour 137
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HB 4887 is a 1998 Opel Vectra in Gold with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Opel Vectra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 101,886 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 Vectra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HB 4887, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Vectra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Opel Vectra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HB 4887 registered?

HB 4887 is a 1998 Opel Vectra, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is HB 4887 safe to buy?

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