MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
181,503 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
30% imbalance on front brakes
Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1g)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not affecting the beam image or light output (1.2.4a)
Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1g)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not affecting the beam image or light output (1.2.4a)
How Reliable is the Optare Alero?
Based on 1,218 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YL51 ZTE is a 2001 Optare Alero in Silver with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 2001 Optare Alero models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 181,503 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 Optare Alero fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL51 ZTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Optare Alero typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Optare Alero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of YL51 ZTE?
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What year was YL51 ZTE registered?
YL51 ZTE is a 2001 Optare Alero, first registered on 20 November 2001.
Is YL51 ZTE safe to buy?
The MOT history for YL51 ZTE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does YL51 ZTE have outstanding finance?
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