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FE51 GTU

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

67,817 mi
Last recorded67,817 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 GTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 67,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 67,803 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 60,728 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 54,675 miles

nearside body damage

Fail 9 Jul 2011 54,616 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside body damage

Pass 14 Aug 2010 49,252 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 49,252 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 48,282 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 40,267 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 32,039 miles

Nearside Front Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 32,039 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 GTU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GTU, 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

How do I check the history of FE51 GTU?

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What year was FE51 GTU registered?

FE51 GTU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is FE51 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 GTU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE51 GTU have outstanding finance?

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