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AO61 DYB

2011 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,344 mi
Last recorded138,344 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Vauxhall Astra70,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 DYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 138,344 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 133,435 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 126,704 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 116,806 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 107,420 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 104,493 miles

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some components

multiple chip on screen

Fail 11 Sep 2020 104,493 miles

Headlamp aim too low both side (4.1.2 (a))

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some components

multiple chip on screen

Pass 30 Oct 2019 94,734 miles

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch liner loose and catching wheel

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 84,175 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 67,116 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre cracked along the treads

Fail 31 Oct 2017 67,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre cracked along the treads

Pass 31 Oct 2016 48,868 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2015 36,061 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 36,061 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 26,652 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Nov 2014 26,545 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre bald inner edge.

rear tyre treads cracking.

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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AO61 DYB is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO61 DYB, 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 AO61 DYB registered?

AO61 DYB is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 December 2011.

Is AO61 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO61 DYB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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