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FCZ 2966

2000 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,643 mi
Last recorded108,643 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Astra88,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCZ 2966
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2016 108,643 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

Fail 11 Feb 2016 108,643 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 98,338 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 91,324 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 91,324 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 87,020 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 83,135 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 83,135 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 78,927 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 74,935 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 70,347 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 65,700 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 59,229 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 53,807 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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FCZ 2966 is a 2000 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 88,462 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 FCZ 2966, 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 26 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FCZ 2966 registered?

FCZ 2966 is a 2000 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is FCZ 2966 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCZ 2966 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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