MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
164,292 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
alt' drive belt split
front engine mount split
n/s/r adult seat belt not checked,child seat fitted
Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
alt' drive belt split
front engine mount split
n/s/r adult seat belt not checked,child seat fitted
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Oil leak
front number plate slightly discoloured
Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Oil leak
front number plate slightly discoloured
Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?
Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EA51 PBU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 EA51 PBU, 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 EA51 PBU registered?
EA51 PBU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 October 2001.
Is EA51 PBU safe to buy?
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