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BN51 RDX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

133,954 mi
Last recorded133,954 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 RDX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 133,954 miles

Both front tyres cracking on inner and outer sidewalls

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 16 Jan 2017 133,954 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Headlight unit damaged (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres cracking on inner and outer sidewalls

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 132,028 miles

oil leak

Fail 4 Jan 2016 132,025 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded multiple rear (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2015 126,474 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2015 126,450 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

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

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

battery light on

Pass 10 Jan 2014 120,970 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

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

Fail 10 Jan 2014 120,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Coolant leak

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 114,465 miles

Oil leak

offside mirror casing damaged

wiper rubbers split

Fail 16 Jan 2013 114,465 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside mirror casing damaged

wiper rubbers split

Pass 18 Jan 2012 108,779 miles

Offside inner wheel rim is slightly damaged.

Fail 18 Jan 2012 108,779 miles

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

Offside inner wheel rim is slightly damaged.

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

Pass 31 Dec 2010 102,833 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 24 Dec 2010 102,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 9 Dec 2009 100,543 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 100,539 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 94,355 miles

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

osf tyre wear

Pass 4 Dec 2007 88,797 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 84,378 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 RDX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 RDX, 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

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What year was BN51 RDX registered?

BN51 RDX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is BN51 RDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 RDX shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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