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DY61 EKL

2011 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

229,259 mi
Last recorded229,259 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2011 Vauxhall Astra70,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY61 EKL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 229,259 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 226,327 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 226,327 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 222,037 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 204,702 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 195,167 miles

Alternator belt is deteriorated

Centre stop light inoperative

Engine covers fitted

Engine oil level low

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2016 195,167 miles

Alternator belt is deteriorated

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Centre stop light inoperative

Engine covers fitted

Engine oil level low

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 131,570 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

rear tyres bald on inner edges

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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DY61 EKL is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 70,389 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY61 EKL, 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 15 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DY61 EKL registered?

DY61 EKL is a 2011 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is DY61 EKL safe to buy?

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