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BK51 KXW

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

287,090 mi
Last recorded287,090 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2009
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 KXW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2009 287,090 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 241,135 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 241,127 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Centre Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Emission level on F.A.S.Test just below maximum permitted at 2.89.[max.3.00]

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 195,426 miles

Both rear brakes binding slightly

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2006
Fail 21 Dec 2005 160,186 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BK51 KXW is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BK51 KXW, 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 BK51 KXW registered?

BK51 KXW is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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