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L511 APJ

1993 Opel Astra

Maroon Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

224,145 mi
Last recorded224,145 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2010
Typical for 1993 Opel Astra94,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL511 APJ
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2010 224,145 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 224,123 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 216,465 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 209,575 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 202,372 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 186,917 miles

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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L511 APJ is a 1993 Opel Astra in Maroon with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L511 APJ, 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

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What year was L511 APJ registered?

L511 APJ is a 1993 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L511 APJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L511 APJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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