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CX51 ZYJ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,198 mi
Last recorded81,198 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 ZYJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 81,198 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 81,188 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 74,504 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 68,053 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 61,790 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 54,498 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 46,729 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 41,361 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2013 41,361 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 39,018 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,013 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 32,462 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 28,536 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 24,281 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 20,206 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 16,424 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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CX51 ZYJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CX51 ZYJ, 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 CX51 ZYJ registered?

CX51 ZYJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is CX51 ZYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX51 ZYJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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