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DG51 XCV

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,220 mi
Last recorded42,220 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 XCV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 42,220 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside headlamp loose

Pass 30 Dec 2020 40,385 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 38,918 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 36,288 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 35,893 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 35,595 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 34,576 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 34,277 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2014 34,251 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 33,080 miles

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

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

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

rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 4 Dec 2012 31,803 miles

rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 25 Nov 2011 30,408 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 28,944 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 27,032 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 24,911 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 24,858 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 22,349 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 19,829 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 17,668 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 XCV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 XCV, 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 XCV registered?

DG51 XCV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is DG51 XCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 XCV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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