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IPX012

2003 Opel Astra

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

211,980 mi
Last recorded211,980 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIPX012
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 211,980 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 211,838 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned on the nearside not the offside (1.3.2a)

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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IPX012 is a 2003 Opel Astra in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,011 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 IPX012, 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 23 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 IPX012 registered?

IPX012 is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is IPX012 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IPX012 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 IPX012 have outstanding finance?

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