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BK51 RXN

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

152,584 mi
Last recorded152,584 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 RXN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 152,584 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 152,584 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 145,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 135,865 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 126,037 miles

rear tail box corroaded

Pass 5 Sep 2011 115,984 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 115,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Oil leak

corrosion on exhaust

slight damage on rear wheels

Pass 22 Sep 2010 105,897 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 105,895 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2009 95,635 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2008 84,793 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2008 84,669 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 74,286 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 74,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 64,339 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 55,868 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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BK51 RXN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 RXN, 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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How do I check the history of BK51 RXN?

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What year was BK51 RXN registered?

BK51 RXN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is BK51 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK51 RXN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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