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S302 ORV

1998 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,055 mi
Last recorded110,055 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS302 ORV
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 110,055 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2016 110,055 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 105,832 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 101,375 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 96,847 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 92,780 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 92,778 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 89,563 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 85,541 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 83,349 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2008 83,349 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 82,070 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 82,070 miles

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

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

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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S302 ORV is a 1998 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S302 ORV, 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 S302 ORV registered?

S302 ORV is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S302 ORV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S302 ORV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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