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AV61 BVJ

2011 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

37,223 mi
Last recorded37,223 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Vauxhall Astra70,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 BVJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 37,223 miles

oil leak - gearbox area

Pass 25 Jul 2025 33,066 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted but is lockable

Fail 25 Jul 2025 33,066 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted but is lockable

Pass 2 Aug 2024 28,536 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 28,535 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid empty (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 23,585 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 18,887 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jul 2021 14,431 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 14,431 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 12,084 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 10,019 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/F and O/S/F cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/R and O/S/R Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 10,019 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Petrol cap seal is cracking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/F and O/S/F cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/R and O/S/R Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 7,721 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 6,212 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 9,575 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 7,973 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 6,283 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 6,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AV61 BVJ is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AV61 BVJ, 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 AV61 BVJ registered?

AV61 BVJ is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is AV61 BVJ safe to buy?

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