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DG51 XXF

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

101,114 mi
Last recorded101,114 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 XXF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 101,114 miles

Both rear tyres cracked but not showing cords

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2017 101,075 miles

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

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

Both rear tyres cracked but not showing cords

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 97,181 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases borderline fail (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced poor beam image (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 97,125 miles

Battery insecure clamp missing (1.9.1)

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

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear as marked in yellow chalk (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked in yellow chalk (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases borderline fail (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced poor beam image (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 91,699 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2014 86,848 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 86,848 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 82,823 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 79,790 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 77,847 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2011 77,847 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 74,059 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 74,059 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 62,565 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 52,852 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 44,453 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 XXF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 XXF, 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 XXF registered?

DG51 XXF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 September 2001.

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The MOT history for DG51 XXF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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