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AV51 EXA

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,974 mi
Last recorded86,974 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 EXA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 86,974 miles

Front brake pipes slightly corroded

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded

engine management light on

Fail 3 Sep 2015 86,950 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front brake pipes slightly corroded

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded

engine management light on

Fail 5 Sep 2014 80,579 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

engine managment light on.

Pass 5 Sep 2014 80,579 miles

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

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

engine managment light on.

Fail 27 Aug 2013 73,386 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 73,386 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 66,277 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 59,143 miles

o/s/r + n/s/r tyre tread cracked

o/s/r + n/s/r tyre tread wearing uneven

Pass 25 Aug 2010 54,821 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 50,861 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 45,297 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 40,694 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 36,156 miles

both front & o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

front brakes slightly out of balance

noise from o/s/r brake

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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AV51 EXA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AV51 EXA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV51 EXA?

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What year was AV51 EXA registered?

AV51 EXA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AV51 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 EXA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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