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DG51 HFP

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,195 mi
Last recorded134,195 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 134,195 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2015 126,602 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 117,870 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 109,892 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 109,892 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

coolent level was low ( coolent tank was empty )

engine oil level was not registering on dipstic engine noisy ( tapping )

front wipers do not park automaticly

Pass 16 May 2012 101,487 miles

nearside front mirror cracked

offside front tyre worn to the inner edge

offside rear metal brake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 12 May 2011 91,475 miles

front wipers sticking when parking

Fail 12 May 2011 91,475 miles

front wipers sticking when parking

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

Pass 4 May 2010 77,409 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 66,101 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 66,003 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 May 2008 55,665 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2007 44,010 miles

rear silencer corrosion

surface corrosion- offside rear brake pipe, previously greased

Pass 23 Aug 2006 41,271 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 41,271 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2005 33,777 miles

Exhaust very rusty but not leaking

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 HFP is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HFP, 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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DG51 HFP is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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