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FE51 DWZ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

87,524 mi
Last recorded87,524 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 87,524 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 84,429 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 79,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 73,644 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 69,144 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 64,537 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 64,536 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 58,950 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 52,257 miles

offside front tyre worn inner edges

Fail 10 Nov 2017 52,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside front tyre worn inner edges

Pass 10 Nov 2016 45,312 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 39,785 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 39,785 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 35,886 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 31,540 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 31,249 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 29,740 miles

Exhaust back box getting weak

Pass 8 Sep 2011 27,748 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 25,920 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 23,831 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 22,140 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 20,113 miles

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

rear wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2006 18,082 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 DWZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DWZ, 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 DWZ registered?

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

Is FE51 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 DWZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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