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BN51 BUA

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,101 mi
Last recorded71,101 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 BUA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 71,101 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 71,101 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box to middle joint corroded and blowing (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi section broken (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 62,888 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Sep 2014 59,056 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 54,634 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 50,097 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 45,937 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 42,035 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 37,831 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 34,077 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 29,752 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 26,111 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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BN51 BUA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BN51 BUA, 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 BN51 BUA registered?

BN51 BUA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BN51 BUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 BUA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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