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S279 MCS

1998 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,596 mi
Last recorded99,596 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS279 MCS
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 99,596 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 95,856 miles

minor bodywork corrosion

minor underbody corrosion

Pass 6 Nov 2014 91,301 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 86,617 miles

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

Oil leak

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

rear subframe coated in underseal at time of test

various bodywork corrosion

various underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Nov 2012 82,386 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front droplink slightly worn

slight pitting at various brake pipes

Pass 9 Nov 2011 78,587 miles

brake pipes greased at time of test

various suspension bushes slightly perished

Pass 9 Nov 2010 73,168 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 67,942 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 67,942 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 9 Nov 2009 67,774 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 63,026 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 55,465 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 48,625 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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S279 MCS is a 1998 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S279 MCS, 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 S279 MCS registered?

S279 MCS is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S279 MCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S279 MCS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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