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DG51 FBC

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

146,484 mi
Last recorded146,484 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 FBC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 146,484 miles

Brake pipes becoming corroded

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2018 134,056 miles

Brake pipes becoming corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit and outer edge

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2017 123,097 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 109,018 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nail in offside rear

Fail 17 Feb 2016 109,018 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nail in offside rear

Fail 24 Feb 2015 98,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 98,776 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 85,617 miles

offside mirror damaged

Fail 4 Dec 2012 67,325 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 67,325 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011
Fail 11 Oct 2011

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 60,389 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 60,389 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 8 May 2009 53,188 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2009 53,188 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 47,690 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 41,528 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 33,988 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 FBC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FBC, 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 FBC registered?

DG51 FBC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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