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BV51 UKL

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

231,309 mi
Last recorded231,309 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 UKL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 231,309 miles

1/ unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers

Fail 3 Jan 2018 231,308 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

1/ unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers

Pass 30 Sep 2016 228,052 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

2. Steel brake pipes to rear starting to corrode.

3. Front brake discs starting to corrode.

4. Slight binding on nearside front brake.

5. Slight roughness in steering operation.

Fail 28 Sep 2016 228,047 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

2. Steel brake pipes to rear starting to corrode.

3. Front brake discs starting to corrode.

4. Slight binding on nearside front brake.

5. Slight roughness in steering operation.

Pass 28 Aug 2015 221,981 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear tyre has a nail in it

Fail 14 Aug 2015 221,720 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both fronts (1.8.A.1b)

Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment both fronts (2.5.A.1c)

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

Statutory seat belt missing centre buckle (5.1.1)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both fronts (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear tyre has a nail in it

Pass 11 Aug 2014 216,318 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

sill covers

Pass 12 Aug 2013 214,976 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

sill covers

Fail 12 Aug 2013 214,976 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

sill covers

Pass 14 Aug 2012 212,083 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Fail 14 Aug 2012 212,083 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2011 208,146 miles

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

sill covers

Pass 13 Aug 2010 204,683 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 204,672 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 201,862 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2009 201,862 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 193,163 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 193,163 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 175,581 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 175,581 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 156,625 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 126,284 miles

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

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

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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BV51 UKL is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 BV51 UKL, 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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BV51 UKL is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 September 2001.

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