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SZO18VH

2006 Opel Astra

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,540 mi
Last recorded175,540 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 2006 Opel Astra115,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSZO18VH
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2014 175,540 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 166,921 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2014 166,734 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear 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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SZO18VH is a 2006 Opel Astra in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 115,758 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 SZO18VH, 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 20 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 SZO18VH registered?

SZO18VH is a 2006 Opel Astra, first registered on 18 October 2006.

Is SZO18VH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SZO18VH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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