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FD51 GFU

2001 Opel Zafira

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

127,917 mi
Last recorded127,917 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Opel Zafira93,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 GFU
MakeOpel
ModelZafira
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 127,917 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 127,915 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 118,006 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 110,003 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 101,248 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 92,353 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 83,008 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 75,043 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2010 75,035 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 61,707 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 61,707 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 51,754 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Nov 2008 51,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 31 Oct 2008 51,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Nov 2007 45,337 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 39,286 miles

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

x2 185/65/15 H fitted to front axle. x2 195/65/15 H fitted to rear axle.

Pass 21 Oct 2005 33,932 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Zafira?

Based on 30,915 MOT tests across 2,371 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
7,494
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,571
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,367
position lamp(s) not working 930
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 791
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FD51 GFU is a 2001 Opel Zafira in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 Opel Zafira models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 93,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Zafira fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD51 GFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Zafira typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Opel Zafira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD51 GFU registered?

FD51 GFU is a 2001 Opel Zafira, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is FD51 GFU safe to buy?

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