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DU51 XWV

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,793 mi
Last recorded106,793 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 XWV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 106,793 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Offside wiper blade split on end

rear subframe mounting areas heavy surface corrosion

Pass 8 Nov 2016 103,648 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 100,723 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 97,500 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

corrosion/components

presenter adviced

Pass 25 Nov 2013 93,011 miles

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

both front wiper blades slightly worn

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2012 89,955 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 85,937 miles

both rear brake pipes corroded

front section of exhaust leaking (flexi joint)

rear exhaust silencer rusty

wear in o/s/f steering tie rod inner joint

Fail 6 Oct 2010 85,829 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear brake pipes corroded

front section of exhaust leaking (flexi joint)

rear exhaust silencer rusty

wear in o/s/f steering tie rod inner joint

Pass 1 Oct 2009 79,430 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 79,430 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 71,693 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 71,693 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 64,031 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 53,398 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 XWV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XWV, 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 XWV registered?

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

Is DU51 XWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU51 XWV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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