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X253 ATF

2000 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,573 mi
Last recorded86,573 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 2000 Opel Astra82,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX253 ATF
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2022 86,573 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 84,241 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 81,909 miles

Outer sills covered

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear coil springs corroded

Rear shock absorber casing in poor condition

Fail 8 Sep 2020 81,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Outer sills covered

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear coil springs corroded

Rear shock absorber casing in poor condition

Pass 3 Sep 2019 80,513 miles

All rear metal brake pipes corroded

Both rear shock absorber casing corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2018 78,105 miles

Both front metal brake pipes corroded

Both rear shock absorber outer casing heavily corroded

Slight leak on exhaust front flexi section

Pass 14 Sep 2017 75,306 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre cut in tread

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

Offside Front Dipped beam aim on lower limits

Offside Front Tyre cut in tread

Pass 22 Sep 2016 72,055 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 68,580 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 64,528 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 59,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 59,847 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 56,294 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 51,516 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 51,516 miles

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

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

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 48,257 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 44,041 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 39,103 miles

exhaust system rusty

Pass 21 Sep 2007 34,932 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 30,391 miles

Both steering rack boots damp

Rear box rusty

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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X253 ATF is a 2000 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 82,533 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 X253 ATF, 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 26 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 X253 ATF registered?

X253 ATF is a 2000 Opel Astra, first registered on 21 September 2000.

Is X253 ATF safe to buy?

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