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AF51 XRX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,816 mi
Last recorded130,816 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 XRX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 130,816 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 130,815 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 113,814 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 105,201 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 105,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 101,764 miles

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

Rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 23 Jun 2011 94,106 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 94,102 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 89,262 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 89,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 82,262 miles

both headlamp aims on min setting

slight brake bind to front brakes

unable to check inner brake pads

Pass 4 Apr 2008 78,740 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 75,796 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 75,796 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2006 63,787 miles

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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AF51 XRX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF51 XRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF51 XRX registered?

AF51 XRX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is AF51 XRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 XRX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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