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DU51 VKB

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,831 mi
Last recorded96,831 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 VKB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 96,831 miles

rear tyre tread starting to crack

Fail 7 May 2016 96,831 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear tyre tread starting to crack

Pass 1 May 2015 89,464 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 86,178 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 86,178 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 83,929 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 81,517 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 78,188 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 74,875 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 71,299 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 68,108 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 64,420 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 60,784 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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DU51 VKB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DU51 VKB, 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

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What year was DU51 VKB registered?

DU51 VKB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is DU51 VKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU51 VKB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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