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AJ61 ABU

2011 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,626 mi
Last recorded97,626 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 2011 Vauxhall Astra70,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 ABU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 97,626 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 97,626 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 90,642 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 90,642 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2021 83,007 miles

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

side sill covers fitted

under tray

Pass 1 Feb 2020 78,829 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 71,615 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 66,275 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 59,453 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 47,006 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 36,322 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

rear bumper & tailgate damaged.

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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AJ61 ABU is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2011 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 70,389 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 AJ61 ABU, 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 15 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AJ61 ABU is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 December 2011.

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