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EF51 LCA

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,443 mi
Last recorded142,443 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 LCA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2015 142,443 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 142,404 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 138,612 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

offside rear tyre has small cut on inside wall, no cord on show

rear brake discs worn

Fail 6 Jan 2014 138,598 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

offside rear tyre has small cut on inside wall, no cord on show

rear brake discs worn

Pass 4 Jan 2013 127,823 miles

n/s/f tyre shoulders worn

Pass 4 Aug 2011 121,406 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 116,637 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 110,422 miles

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

off side front track rod end gaiter split

Pass 4 Aug 2008 104,452 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 97,653 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2006 92,382 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 92,382 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 83,092 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2005 83,092 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

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EF51 LCA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LCA, 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 LCA registered?

EF51 LCA is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 December 2001.

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