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AO51 URZ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,458 mi
Last recorded168,458 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 URZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2012 168,458 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2012 168,458 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 158,840 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front disc worn and rusty

rear reg plate deteriated

Fail 5 Feb 2011 158,746 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front disc worn and rusty

rear reg plate deteriated

Pass 2 Sep 2008 151,262 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 134,910 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 119,455 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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AO51 URZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 URZ, 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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What year was AO51 URZ registered?

AO51 URZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is AO51 URZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 URZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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