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DY51 CAO

2001 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,720 mi
Last recorded54,720 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 CAO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2015 54,720 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 51,970 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 49,534 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 49,534 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 46,858 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 43,958 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 41,344 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 37,792 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 35,242 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 32,129 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 32,129 miles

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

spare below limit

Pass 1 Sep 2005 29,341 miles

nearside front tyre on 2mm

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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DY51 CAO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel 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 DY51 CAO, 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 DY51 CAO registered?

DY51 CAO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is DY51 CAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 CAO 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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