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RK05 EAF

2005 Opel Astra

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

180,341 mi
Last recorded180,341 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Opel Astra91,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 EAF
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 180,341 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2016 171,005 miles

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 25 Nov 2016 171,005 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 163,505 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 154,490 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 141,577 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front and rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 5 Nov 2013 141,577 miles

front and rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 15 Nov 2012

front brake discs have slight corrosion

Fail 15 Nov 2012

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres have light cracking on outer wall

front brake discs have slight corrosion

mil light on

n/s/f door mirrior cover loose

Pass 26 Nov 2011 103,739 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside mirror back cover missing

Fail 26 Nov 2011 103,739 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside mirror back cover missing

Pass 7 Aug 2010 90,952 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 29 Jul 2010 90,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs slightly worn

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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RK05 EAF is a 2005 Opel Astra in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 91,551 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 RK05 EAF, 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 21 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK05 EAF registered?

RK05 EAF is a 2005 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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