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DG51 WPV

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 WPV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2017

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 May 2016 142,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both n/s and o/s front rigid brake pipes corroded under the inner wheel arches

headlamp lense covers slightly deteriated

n/s rear rigid brake pipe corroded

rear silencer outer skin deteriated

rear wiper blade deteriated

Fail 6 May 2016 142,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed split completely, cords visible (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both n/s and o/s front rigid brake pipes corroded under the inner wheel arches

n/s rear rigid brake pipe corroded

rear silencer outer skin deteriated

rear wiper blade deteriated

Pass 14 May 2015 141,033 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

nail in the n/s front tyre

rear silencer outer skin corroded

both rear tyres badly cracked all around tread but no cords visible, just ok at time of test but advised to change asap!

Pass 13 May 2014 137,916 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres cracking in tread

rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 8 May 2014 137,895 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres cracking in tread

nearside front sidelight slighly dim

rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 7 May 2013

n/s front headlamp damaged, just upto mot standard at time of test

n/s front side light dim

no mileage displayed

oil leak

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2012
Pass 4 Apr 2011 126,962 miles

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)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 123,501 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 119,588 miles

Nearside Front 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 18 Oct 2007 117,663 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 103,840 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 83,872 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 83,857 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 WPV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 WPV, 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 WPV registered?

DG51 WPV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is DG51 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 WPV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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