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WJI 8770

1998 Opel Astra

Gold Other 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

101,828 mi
Last recorded101,828 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Opel Astra97,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJI 8770
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2022 101,828 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 101,002 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 88,204 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 88,163 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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WJI 8770 is a 1998 Opel Astra in Gold with a 1,400cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 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 WJI 8770, 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

How do I check the history of WJI 8770?

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What year was WJI 8770 registered?

WJI 8770 is a 1998 Opel Astra, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is WJI 8770 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJI 8770 shows 4 tests with a 25% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WJI 8770 have outstanding finance?

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