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BN51 NVT

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

114,079 mi
Last recorded114,079 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 NVT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 114,079 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 111,558 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Fail 25 Jul 2018 111,558 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded into flexie (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded out of flexie (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded out of flexie (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 12 Jul 2017 111,490 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Fail 11 Jul 2017 111,490 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 111,131 miles

Both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Offside rear handbrake cable corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2016 111,131 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Front brake imbalance

Offside rear handbrake cable corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2015 110,249 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 108,627 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 106,710 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust showing deterioration

Fail 19 Aug 2013 106,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust showing deterioration

Pass 28 Aug 2012 103,215 miles

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

rear exhaust showing deterioration

Fail 24 Aug 2012 103,196 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

rear exhaust showing deterioration

Pass 23 Aug 2011 99,169 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 95,430 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 90,835 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 90,835 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Aug 2008 84,520 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 84,520 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 77,186 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 67,563 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 67,563 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 59,501 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 NVT is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BN51 NVT, 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

How do I check the history of BN51 NVT?

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What year was BN51 NVT registered?

BN51 NVT is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is BN51 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 NVT shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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