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DG51 GXN

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,001 mi
Last recorded102,001 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 GXN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 102,001 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 80,884 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 80,849 miles

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

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

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 76,723 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 76,723 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2012 70,646 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 70,646 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 63,785 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 63,741 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

front disc rusty and lipped

oil level low

rear coil springs rusty

Pass 26 Oct 2009 52,948 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 41,190 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 32,913 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 GXN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GXN, 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

How do I check the history of DG51 GXN?

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What year was DG51 GXN registered?

DG51 GXN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is DG51 GXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 GXN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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