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N755 XTT

1996 Opel Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

254,910 mi
Last recorded254,910 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Opel Astra116,221 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN755 XTT
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 254,910 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 254,614 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 245,638 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 245,635 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 238,586 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 226,737 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 216,645 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 206,436 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 192,288 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 176,119 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 166,864 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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N755 XTT is a 1996 Opel Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 116,221 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 N755 XTT, 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 30 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N755 XTT registered?

N755 XTT is a 1996 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N755 XTT safe to buy?

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