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BG51 EXF

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

121,049 mi
Last recorded121,049 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2009
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 EXF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2009 121,049 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 121,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 103,179 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 103,179 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 89,813 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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BG51 EXF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 BG51 EXF, 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 BG51 EXF?

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What year was BG51 EXF registered?

BG51 EXF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is BG51 EXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 EXF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG51 EXF have outstanding finance?

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