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DN51 DFY

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,429 mi
Last recorded95,429 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 DFY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2011 95,429 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 86,529 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 86,529 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 79,783 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 73,892 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 66,633 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 66,633 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 58,480 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 49,029 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 49,029 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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DN51 DFY is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DN51 DFY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DN51 DFY?

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What year was DN51 DFY registered?

DN51 DFY is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is DN51 DFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN51 DFY shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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