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M678 SGU

1998 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,296 mi
Last recorded44,296 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM678 SGU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2008 44,296 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 19 Apr 2007 41,975 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 38,777 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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M678 SGU is a 1998 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 97,514 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 M678 SGU, 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 28 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M678 SGU registered?

M678 SGU is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is M678 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M678 SGU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M678 SGU have outstanding finance?

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