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DG51 KBX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2015
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,180 mi
Last recorded107,180 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2014 107,180 miles

headlamp aim and len's

Fail 10 Sep 2014 107,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

headlamp aim and len's

Pass 3 Sep 2013 93,263 miles

both rear tyres only just legal 1.6mm and walls splitting BORDERLINE

corrosion both front brake pipes

corrosion on exhaust

corrosion on main brake pipes BORDERLINE

play in steering rack

Pass 11 Jul 2012 85,858 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 78,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 78,233 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 75,120 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2011 75,119 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 65,997 miles

fuel tank down pipe coponent hase sight damp

Pass 11 Feb 2009 56,806 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 56,806 miles

Centre Rear Upper Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 48,563 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 47,685 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 39,200 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 32,469 miles

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

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 KBX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KBX, 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

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What year was DG51 KBX registered?

DG51 KBX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is DG51 KBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 KBX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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