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R151 TGF

1998 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

120,191 mi
Last recorded120,191 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR151 TGF
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2013 120,191 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 104,743 miles

engine manegement light on

oil leak

rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 17 Oct 2012 104,584 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

engine manegement light on

oil leak

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 3 Nov 2011 94,272 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 89,875 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 86,017 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 81,015 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 73,490 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 62,377 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 49,281 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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R151 TGF is a 1998 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R151 TGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R151 TGF?

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What year was R151 TGF registered?

R151 TGF is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R151 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R151 TGF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R151 TGF have outstanding finance?

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