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AO51 TKX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,342 mi
Last recorded118,342 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 TKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 118,342 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

steering rack has a slight weep

Fail 31 Oct 2017 118,338 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

steering rack has a slight weep

Pass 2 Nov 2016 112,844 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Oct 2016 112,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Oct 2015 98,370 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 82,650 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 65,213 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 49,885 miles

rear exhaust box outter skin ex corrosion

Pass 19 Oct 2011 46,209 miles

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

rear tyres slightly feathering on inner edges

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2010 42,294 miles

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

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

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

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2009 37,693 miles

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

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Oct 2009 37,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2008 32,883 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing

side skirts preventing full inspection of sills

Pass 22 Oct 2007 28,275 miles

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

nearside front tyre starting to wear

Pass 16 Oct 2006 23,599 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 23,599 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

power steering below min

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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AO51 TKX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO51 TKX, 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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AO51 TKX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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