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AK11 RUJ

2011 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,324 mi
Last recorded118,324 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Vauxhall Astra70,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK11 RUJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 118,324 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear light slight damage

Pass 28 Jul 2025 102,532 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, General rust underneath (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 85,111 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 85,111 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 73,946 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 67,791 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 62,688 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2020 61,146 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 53,499 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 43,670 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 35,111 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 29,140 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 23,142 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall heavily scrubbed

Pass 9 Apr 2014 14,844 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 RUJ is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RUJ, 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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What year was AK11 RUJ registered?

AK11 RUJ is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 April 2011.

Is AK11 RUJ safe to buy?

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