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DG51 XLJ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,791 mi
Last recorded63,791 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 XLJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 63,791 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

exhaust rusting

front brake pads 1/4 left

oil filter leaking

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 19 May 2013 63,791 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

exhaust rusting

front brake pads 1/4 left

oil filter leaking

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 25 May 2012 61,361 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 13 May 2011 55,478 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 49,210 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 43,586 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 38,822 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 33,306 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 XLJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol 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 XLJ, 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 XLJ registered?

DG51 XLJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is DG51 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 XLJ 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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