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CE51 BFX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2015
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

202,645 mi
Last recorded202,645 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE51 BFX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 202,645 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Sep 2014 202,645 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 172,137 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 148,130 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 125,173 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 125,173 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 100,900 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 100,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 100,467 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 94,846 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2009 94,846 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 86,533 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 63,453 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 51,682 miles

brake and clutch pedal rubbers worn

Pass 6 Jul 2005 41,848 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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CE51 BFX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CE51 BFX, 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 CE51 BFX registered?

CE51 BFX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is CE51 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE51 BFX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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