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AV51 EXR

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,493 mi
Last recorded78,493 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 EXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 78,493 miles

both front steel brake pipes corroded

rear exhaust poor condition

rear steel brake pipes corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2018 75,283 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 72,384 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 67,926 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2015 67,873 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2014 61,580 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 61,580 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 50,229 miles

BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO RUST, SLIGHT PLAY OS AND NS TOP SUSPENSION MOUNTINGS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 43,735 miles

Exhaust rear section slightly deteriorated

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

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

Offside rear seat belt not able to be fully inspected due to child seat fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2012 43,735 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust rear section slightly deteriorated

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

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

Offside rear seat belt not able to be fully inspected due to child seat fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2011 37,930 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 36,479 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 32,855 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 28,315 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 22,671 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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AV51 EXR is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EXR, 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 AV51 EXR registered?

AV51 EXR is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 8 October 2001.

Is AV51 EXR safe to buy?

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