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SJ05 ERI

2005 Opel Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

183,913 mi
Last recorded183,913 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Opel Astra91,551 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 ERI
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 183,913 miles

Centre Rear seat belt not working

Front brake disc`s worn.

headlight kickup masted.

Fail 11 Jan 2016 183,267 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Rear seat belt not working

Front disc`s worn

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

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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SJ05 ERI is a 2005 Opel Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SJ05 ERI, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ05 ERI registered?

SJ05 ERI is a 2005 Opel Astra, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is SJ05 ERI safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ05 ERI shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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