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L638 TST

1994 Opel Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

117,776 mi
Last recorded117,776 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1994 Opel Astra120,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL638 TST
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 117,776 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 117,420 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 117,416 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 112,244 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 107,739 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 104,317 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 104,317 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 101,013 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 101,013 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 96,885 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 93,618 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 91,639 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 91,639 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2008 88,029 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 85,402 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 81,958 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 81,958 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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L638 TST is a 1994 Opel Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1994 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 120,076 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 L638 TST, 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 32 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L638 TST registered?

L638 TST is a 1994 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L638 TST safe to buy?

The MOT history for L638 TST shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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