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CV51 FTO

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,644 mi
Last recorded136,644 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV51 FTO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 136,644 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 132,388 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 126,613 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 120,938 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

interior mirror loose

offside front tyre worn thin on inner edge

screw in offside rear tyre

strong advisory that the front brake discs are badly corroded on inner surfaces

Fail 6 Dec 2012 120,938 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

interior mirror loose

offside front tyre worn thin on inner edge

screw in offside rear tyre

strong advisory that the front brake discs are badly corroded on inner surfaces

Fail 7 Dec 2011 115,126 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

exhaust rubber mountings perishing

front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces (advise replacement)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 115,126 miles

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

exhaust rubber mountings perishing

front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces (advise replacement)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 105,887 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

nearside front brake disc corrodeing on inner surface

offside front to rear brake pipe corroded

slight wear in nearside front suspension top mounting

Pass 26 Nov 2009 93,992 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 83,657 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 83,657 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Center and rear exhaust system in very poor condition

Top coolant hose rubbing on inlet pipe

Pass 1 Nov 2007 58,543 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 58,543 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

interior mirror loose

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Fail 7 Nov 2006 48,461 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exhaust and joint corroded,in poor condition

Pass 7 Nov 2006 48,461 miles

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

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

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

rear exhaust and joint corroded,in poor condition

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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CV51 FTO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CV51 FTO, 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 CV51 FTO registered?

CV51 FTO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is CV51 FTO safe to buy?

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