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EF51 SMX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

106,314 mi
Last recorded106,314 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 SMX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 106,314 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 102,313 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 98,396 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 94,542 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 90,751 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

slight imbalance rear brakes

Pass 27 Nov 2018 87,005 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 86,927 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temp type (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 82,490 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 78,790 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 78,790 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 74,238 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 3 Nov 2015 74,238 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2014 69,520 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 66,561 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 63,821 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 60,918 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 56,462 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 52,574 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 52,574 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 48,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 43,796 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 38,364 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 SMX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SMX, 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 EF51 SMX registered?

EF51 SMX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 December 2001.

Is EF51 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 SMX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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