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K657 XRU

1993 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,050 mi
Last recorded109,050 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2007
Typical for 1993 Opel Astra94,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK657 XRU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2007 109,050 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 109,039 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc pads are thin.

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside doror mirror housing is missing.

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Slight damage to nearside rear wheel

Pass 20 Jul 2006 98,210 miles

Front grille is insecure.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Passenger's door mirror housing is damaged.

Signs of fluid leakage from neraside front damper.

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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K657 XRU is a 1993 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 94,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K657 XRU, 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 33 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K657 XRU?

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What year was K657 XRU registered?

K657 XRU is a 1993 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K657 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K657 XRU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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