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DK51 VEA

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,392 mi
Last recorded63,392 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 VEA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2015 63,392 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

engine warning light on dash

n/s/r tyre cracking on side walls

Fail 9 May 2015 63,392 miles

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

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

engine warning light on dash

n/s/r tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 24 Apr 2014 60,528 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 54,179 miles

e m l light on

Fail 6 Sep 2012 54,179 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

e m l light on

Pass 6 Dec 2010 48,661 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 44,166 miles

near side front tyre wearing from inner edge adequate thread depth in central three quarter with area

off side front tyre wearing from outer edge adequate thread depth in central three quarter with area

Pass 21 Oct 2008 36,167 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 36,167 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 30,806 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 26,498 miles

advise both rear axle bushes perished & cracking slightly

advise both rear tyres worn low on edges

Fail 18 Sep 2006 26,498 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise both rear axle bushes perished & cracking slightly

advise both rear tyres worn low on edges

Pass 2 Sep 2005 22,866 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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DK51 VEA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 83,732 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DK51 VEA, 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 DK51 VEA registered?

DK51 VEA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for DK51 VEA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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