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VT57 DRX

2007 Opel Astra

Blue Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

209,647 mi
Last recorded209,647 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 Opel Astra95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT57 DRX
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 209,647 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 209,647 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear along the entire vehicle. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 197,627 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 85,788 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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VT57 DRX is a 2007 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 95,013 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 VT57 DRX, 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 19 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VT57 DRX registered?

VT57 DRX is a 2007 Opel Astra, first registered on 16 October 2007.

Is VT57 DRX safe to buy?

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