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R89 RSS

1998 Opel Astra

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,939 mi
Last recorded112,939 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2005
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR89 RSS
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2005 112,939 miles

battery insecure

front no plate insecure

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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R89 RSS is a 1998 Opel Astra in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 R89 RSS, 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 R89 RSS registered?

R89 RSS is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R89 RSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R89 RSS shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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