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DU51 VXY

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,797 mi
Last recorded96,797 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 VXY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 96,797 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2020 96,797 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 93,971 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 91,065 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 87,637 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 84,305 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015
Pass 27 Sep 2014

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 100,138 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 100,272 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 97,212 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 97,020 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 89,970 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 76,583 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine light on

Pass 18 Apr 2008 72,425 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 68,423 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 15 Apr 2006 63,969 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 VXY is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VXY, 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 DU51 VXY?

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What year was DU51 VXY registered?

DU51 VXY is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is DU51 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU51 VXY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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