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DG51 VNH

2001 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

174,363 mi
Last recorded174,363 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 VNH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 174,363 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 167,675 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 145,294 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 125,868 miles

nearside rear bumper damaged

rear brake pipes corroded

sump corroded

turbo intercooler loose

exhaust backbox corroded outter skin

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2008 125,868 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

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

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

exhaust backbox corroded outter skin

nearside rear bumper damaged

rear brake pipes corroded

sump corroded

turbo intercooler loose

Pass 17 Sep 2007 107,963 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 96,345 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 88,018 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 VNH is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VNH, 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 VNH registered?

DG51 VNH is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is DG51 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 VNH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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