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A4 CGW

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,344 mi
Last recorded88,344 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 CGW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2023 88,344 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Deposits on exterior of screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction front screen obstruction hanging from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH headlamps cloudy covers (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged insecure and fouling steering rack (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link gaiter (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Registration plate insecure front No' plate insecure and poor condition (0.1 (a))

minor exhaust blow

rear no, plate poor condition

Pass 5 Dec 2022 74,533 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f & o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

headlights discoloured

Pass 14 Dec 2021 71,531 miles

Nearside Front brake pipe

Nearside Front brake pipe slight corrosion

Pass 16 Dec 2020 61,689 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 61,688 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 61,677 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 61,669 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 61,283 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 56,897 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 52,858 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 52,850 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 47,955 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 45,278 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 38,685 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 34,721 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 30,554 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 26,101 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 20,739 miles

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

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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A4 CGW is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 83,732 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 CGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A4 CGW registered?

A4 CGW is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 April 2001.

Is A4 CGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 CGW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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