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OW56 XAV

2007 Opel Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

115,098 mi
Last recorded115,098 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2007 Opel Astra95,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW56 XAV
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 115,098 miles

brake fluid becoming dirty

centre exhaust silencer is rattling

Fail 15 Nov 2019 115,088 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

brake fluid becoming dirty

centre exhaust silencer is rattling

Pass 7 Dec 2018 107,163 miles

advise exhaust system corroded

Fail 7 Dec 2018 107,157 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

advise exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2017 101,496 miles

slight exhaust blow from the front section

Pass 30 Nov 2016 95,365 miles

front brake pads 2000 miles left approx

Pass 17 Nov 2015 89,907 miles

centre exhaust corroded

exhaust blow at manifould

front brake discs corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2014 83,972 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 79,479 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 79,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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OW56 XAV is a 2007 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2007 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 95,013 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OW56 XAV, 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 19 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OW56 XAV registered?

OW56 XAV is a 2007 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is OW56 XAV safe to buy?

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