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X489 RBA

2000 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

182,554 mi
Last recorded182,554 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2000 Opel Astra82,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX489 RBA
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 182,554 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 182,554 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 173,034 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Feb 2017 173,034 miles

Oil leak ()

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 160,815 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2016 160,815 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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X489 RBA is a 2000 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 X489 RBA, 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

How do I check the history of X489 RBA?

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What year was X489 RBA registered?

X489 RBA is a 2000 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X489 RBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X489 RBA shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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