MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
122,245 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Spare tyre defective
engine oil level low
Centre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Spare tyre defective
engine oil level low
Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS
Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the Opel Astra?
Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X261 VPJ is a 2000 Opel Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 X261 VPJ, 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.
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How do I check the history of X261 VPJ?
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What year was X261 VPJ registered?
X261 VPJ is a 2000 Opel Astra, first registered on 13 December 2000.
Is X261 VPJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for X261 VPJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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