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DV51 OAJ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,875 mi
Last recorded117,875 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV51 OAJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 117,875 miles

both rear tyre valves cracking

bulkhead brake pipe corroding

corrosion in prescribed areas

corrosion outer sills (plastic sill covers fitted)

corrosion/wear front brake discs

exhaust front section leaking clamp area

front brakes show a brake imbalance / fluctuation

nail in nearside front tyre and leaking

Pass 13 Oct 2014 112,239 miles

both rear tyre valves cracking

bulkhead brake pipe corroded

corrosion in prescribed areas

exhaust leaks at mounting clamp

front brake back plates corroded

plastic outer sill covers fitted outer sill corroded at rear

Fail 13 Oct 2014 112,239 miles

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

both rear tyre valves cracking

bulkhead brake pipe corroded

corrosion in prescribed areas

exhaust leaks at mounting clamp

front brake back plates corroded

plastic outer sill covers fitted outer sill corroded at rear

Fail 10 Oct 2013 104,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Sill covers fitted,Slight exhaust blow front joint of centre section

Pass 10 Oct 2013 104,302 miles

Sill covers fitted,Slight exhaust blow front joint of centre section

Pass 15 Oct 2012 97,281 miles

Both rear tyres slighty stepped on inner edge

Exhaust centre section corroded

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Slight corrosion at rear of vehicle

Pass 11 Oct 2011 89,927 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 82,283 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 74,916 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 67,312 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 57,379 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 47,788 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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DV51 OAJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DV51 OAJ, 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 DV51 OAJ registered?

DV51 OAJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is DV51 OAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV51 OAJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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