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DG51 UWU

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,800 mi
Last recorded70,800 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 UWU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2014 70,800 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 70,800 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 70,568 miles

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

brake discs general wear

Pass 10 Jan 2012 66,946 miles

rear brake discs general wear

Pass 11 Jan 2011 63,087 miles

rear brake discs worn

Pass 2 Feb 2010 58,835 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2010 58,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 53,335 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2008 47,774 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Jan 2008 47,757 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 44,871 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 44,871 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear 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 UWU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 2,495cc 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 UWU, 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 UWU?

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What year was DG51 UWU registered?

DG51 UWU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is DG51 UWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 UWU 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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