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DG51 EJD

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

112,324 mi
Last recorded112,324 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 EJD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 112,324 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2014 112,314 miles

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

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)

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 106,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 6 May 2013 106,802 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

nearside front tyre has outer sidewall damage no cords or ply exposed

Pass 11 Apr 2012 100,539 miles

Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2012 100,539 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 94,126 miles

FRONT SHOCK-ABSORBERS ARE WEEPING & ALSO SHOWING SIGN OF WEAKENING.....

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK O/S REAR SEAT-BELT DUE TO CHILD-SEAT FITTED.....Thanx.....

Fail 18 Apr 2011 94,126 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

FRONT DISCS BADLY CORRODE, WORN & ALSO LIPPED......

FRONT SHOCK-ABSORBERS ARE WEEPING & ALSO SHOWING SIGN OF WEAKENING.....

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK O/S REAR SEAT-BELT DUE TO CHILD-SEAT FITTED.....Thanx.....

Pass 18 Apr 2010 88,258 miles

FRONT DISCS ARE LIPPED & BADLY CORRODED & FLAKING....Thanx....

Fail 18 Apr 2010 88,258 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FRONT DISCS ARE LIPPED & BADLY CORRODED & FLAKING....Thanx....

Pass 7 Apr 2009 75,315 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 75,315 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 59,264 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Apr 2007 49,440 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 41,867 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 34,876 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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DG51 EJD is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 DG51 EJD, 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 DG51 EJD registered?

DG51 EJD is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is DG51 EJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 EJD shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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