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RL51 KRU

2002 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

119,341 mi
Last recorded119,341 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V86,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL51 KRU
MakeOpel
ModelZafira Elegance 16V
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 119,341 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2017 119,339 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 116,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system deteriated-not leaking.

signs of wear to brake pedal rubber anti slip

Pass 2 Jul 2015 114,391 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front exhaust mount broken-exhaust system still adequetly secured/supported.

rear exhaust deteriated-not leaking.

Fail 2 Jul 2015 114,390 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front exhaust mount broken-exhaust system still adequetly secured/supported.

rear exhaust deteriated-not leaking.

Fail 21 Apr 2015 113,892 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 110,869 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust deteriated-not leaking.

nearside and offside front wiper blades slightly deteriated-still clearing screen effectively-advise renewal.

Fail 22 Apr 2014 110,863 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust deteriated-not leaking.

nearside and offside front wiper blades slightly deteriated-still clearing screen effectively-advise renewal.

Pass 2 Apr 2013 106,617 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2013 106,617 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 101,792 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 101,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 96,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Mar 2011 96,706 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2010 89,951 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 86,296 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 80,958 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 73,399 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 72,576 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Zafira Elegance 16V?

Based on 3,179 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
7,603
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 189
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 163
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 155
position lamp(s) not working 95
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 91
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RL51 KRU is a 2002 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2002 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 86,707 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 Zafira Elegance 16V fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 189 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RL51 KRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Zafira Elegance 16V typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Opel Zafira Elegance 16V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RL51 KRU is a 2002 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V, first registered on 15 January 2002.

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