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FE51 HYU

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,739 mi
Last recorded91,739 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 HYU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 91,739 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 88,044 miles

play in nearside and offside front suspension struts top mounting assemblies

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 1 Oct 2013 85,671 miles

rear bumper at nearside and front nearside wing panel have damage caused by accident

Fail 30 Sep 2013 85,671 miles

Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear bumper at nearside and front nearside wing panel have damage caused by accident

Pass 2 Apr 2012 80,570 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Apr 2011 78,230 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 78,091 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 76,150 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 76,150 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 71,228 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 68,953 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 68,953 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 67,118 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 64,162 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 HYU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HYU, 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 HYU registered?

FE51 HYU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 8 October 2001.

Is FE51 HYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 HYU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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