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FE51 AEB

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

127,995 mi
Last recorded127,995 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 AEB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 127,995 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

body damage;n/s/f ,o/s/f, and front bumper.

both front wiper blades deteriorated.

Fail 31 Oct 2015 127,995 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

body damage;n/s/f ,o/s/f, and front bumper.

both front wiper blades deteriorated.

Pass 25 Oct 2014 103,020 miles

185/65/R15 88H

BODY,FRONT BUMPER,BONNET O/S/F WING DAMAGE.

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

HEADLIGHT AIMS FADED,N/S/F LENS TARNISHED.

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

PLASTIC COVERS ON SILLS.

Fail 25 Oct 2014 103,020 miles

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

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

185/65/R15 88H

ADVISE TRACKING CHECKED.

BODY,FRONT BUMPER,BONNET O/S/F WING DAMAGE.

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

HEADLIGHT AIMS FADED,N/S/F LENS TARNISHED.

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

O/S/R TYRE;<2608>

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

PLASTIC COVERS ON SILLS.

Pass 16 Oct 2013 93,813 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

brake pipes have been greesed

Fail 16 Oct 2013 93,813 miles

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

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

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

brake pipes have been greesed

Pass 31 Oct 2012 90,757 miles

headlamp / headlamp aims deteriorated

Fail 29 Oct 2012 90,746 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

headlamp / headlamp aims deteriorated

Pass 11 Nov 2011 87,104 miles

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

front brake discs worn

n/s/f and n/s/r metal brake pipes corroded

n/s/f tyre worn

o/s and n/s headlamp / headlamp aims deteriorated

o/s and n/s/f macpherson struts have movement at the upper attachments

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge, replacement may soon be needed

windscreen damaged

Pass 23 Oct 2010 82,664 miles

O/S/F TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

Pass 28 Oct 2009 79,520 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 70,279 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 61,480 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 54,358 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 45,037 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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FE51 AEB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FE51 AEB, 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 FE51 AEB registered?

FE51 AEB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 November 2001.

Is FE51 AEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 AEB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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