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EF51 BHA

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

60,490 mi
Last recorded60,490 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 BHA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 60,490 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 60,490 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 59,634 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 57,540 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded feed to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both feeds to flexi pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Jan 2016 57,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation incorrect (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. 205/55-16 fitted should be 205/50-16 (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded feed to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet blocked (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both feeds to flexi pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 55,720 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 52,784 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 46,099 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 38,468 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 37,677 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 35,526 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 33,732 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside mirror glass cracked

Pass 14 Apr 2008 32,064 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 29,778 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 27,306 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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EF51 BHA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 EF51 BHA, 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 EF51 BHA registered?

EF51 BHA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is EF51 BHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 BHA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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