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DG51 FWS

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,303 mi
Last recorded67,303 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 FWS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2015 67,303 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2014 64,127 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge and close to limit

Fail 26 Jun 2013 60,927 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 60,927 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 57,442 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 57,442 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 53,045 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 48,465 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 45,128 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 45,128 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 Jul 2008 41,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 41,198 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 37,835 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 34,977 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 FWS is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FWS, 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 FWS registered?

DG51 FWS is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is DG51 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 FWS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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