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BJ51 OMR

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

53,157 mi
Last recorded53,157 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 OMR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 53,157 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 49,834 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 48,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 47,285 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 44,805 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 42,374 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 40,262 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 37,467 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 36,151 miles

rear exhaust system corroded at rear joint

Pass 4 Oct 2016 35,696 miles

n/s o/s front brake pipes covered with grease

rear exhaust system corroded at the rear joint

Pass 1 Oct 2015 34,877 miles

n/s o/s front brake pipes covered with grease

rear exhaust system corroded at the joint

Pass 1 Oct 2014 33,261 miles

n/s o/s front brake pipes cover with grease

Pass 2 Oct 2013 31,874 miles

n/s o/s front brake pipe cover with grease

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2012 30,111 miles

n/s o/s front brake pipes cover with grease

Fail 5 Oct 2011 28,748 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 28,748 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 27,260 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 25,383 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 23,226 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 20,709 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 19,161 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 16,634 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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BJ51 OMR is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BJ51 OMR, 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

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What year was BJ51 OMR registered?

BJ51 OMR is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is BJ51 OMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ51 OMR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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