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BK51 RXP

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2012
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,205 mi
Last recorded125,205 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2011 125,205 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 125,205 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 16 Dec 2010 125,059 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 114,788 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 114,788 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 105,091 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside mirror glass damaged,though not affecting view to rear.

Fail 11 Dec 2008 105,091 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside mirror glass damaged,though not affecting view to rear.

Pass 14 Dec 2007 98,108 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2007 98,108 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 72,791 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 60,970 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2005 60,970 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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 RXP is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RXP, 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 RXP registered?

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

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