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DG51 FHV

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,411 mi
Last recorded107,411 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 FHV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2014 107,411 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2014 107,411 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 95,793 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 91,645 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 21 Feb 2012 91,645 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 83,910 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 76,747 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 66,451 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 55,032 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 46,224 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 FHV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG51 FHV, 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 FHV registered?

DG51 FHV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is DG51 FHV safe to buy?

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