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AP51 GFK

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,248 mi
Last recorded133,248 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 GFK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2013 133,248 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Fail 16 Dec 2013 133,246 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 124,069 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 118,895 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 106,518 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 91,793 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 46,746 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 61,444 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 61,444 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 48,621 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 48,621 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 37,242 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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AP51 GFK is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AP51 GFK, 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 AP51 GFK registered?

AP51 GFK is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is AP51 GFK safe to buy?

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