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FE51 DJZ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

140,599 mi
Last recorded140,599 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 DJZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 140,599 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system showing some signs of age

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

Nearside Front chassis starting to show signs of age and corrosion

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

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

Offside Front chassis starting to show signs of age and corrosion

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

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

slight oil leak

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2016 120,310 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 120,310 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2015 110,115 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 110,115 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)

Offside Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 100,855 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside + offside front tyres worn inside edges

Pass 16 Jan 2013 96,384 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 92,905 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on edges

windscreen scratched

Pass 13 Jan 2011 86,242 miles

slight play in o/s/f strut top bearing

Fail 13 Jan 2010 80,332 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

timing belt due at 80,000 miles

Pass 13 Jan 2010 80,332 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

timing belt due at 80,000 miles

Pass 10 Nov 2008 73,727 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 73,727 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre low tread

Pass 5 Nov 2007 69,429 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 63,820 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 63,820 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 58,498 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 DJZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DJZ, 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 FE51 DJZ registered?

FE51 DJZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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