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EU51 XEJ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

53,899 mi
Last recorded53,899 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 XEJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 53,899 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 44,196 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 37,042 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 34,233 miles

exhaust starting to corrode

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 20 Aug 2013 30,959 miles

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

near side rear tyre cracked

off side front tyre cracked

Pass 1 Aug 2012 28,076 miles

near side front tyre cracked

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 9 Aug 2011 23,730 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 23,730 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 21,002 miles

Oil leak

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 14 Aug 2009 19,159 miles

Front Wiper Poor On N/S

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 16,271 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 11,975 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 9,737 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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EU51 XEJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EU51 XEJ, 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 EU51 XEJ registered?

EU51 XEJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EU51 XEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU51 XEJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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