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R942 ECR

1998 Opel Astra

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,461 mi
Last recorded109,461 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2006
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR942 ECR
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2006 109,461 miles

O/S/F seat belt slow to recoil.

Rear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded/split.

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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R942 ECR is a 1998 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,600cc 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 R942 ECR, 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

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What year was R942 ECR registered?

R942 ECR is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R942 ECR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R942 ECR 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.

Does R942 ECR have outstanding finance?

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