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AK11 GCZ

2011 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

68,864 mi
Last recorded68,864 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Vauxhall Astra70,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK11 GCZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 68,864 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 68,860 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 66,488 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 66,488 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 62,945 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 60,174 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 60,174 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 56,724 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 53,660 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 50,712 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 46,372 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 41,889 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 37,035 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 33,066 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 27,142 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 23,105 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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AK11 GCZ is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AK11 GCZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK11 GCZ registered?

AK11 GCZ is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 April 2011.

Is AK11 GCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK11 GCZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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