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FG51 VJM

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

107,775 mi
Last recorded107,775 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 VJM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2024 107,775 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer excessively corroded and holed. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 107,759 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer excessively corroded and holed. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 105,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 102,999 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion on various parts of underbody etc (sill covers fitted) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both headlight lenses deteriorating

both headlight lenses deteriorating

Pass 6 Aug 2021 101,035 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 100,060 miles

bonnet mechanism stiff

headlight lenses deteriorating

lift/movement in both front suspension tops when vehicle jacked up

Pass 19 Aug 2019 98,278 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rust on both front and rear subframes and suspension assemblies (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both headlight lenses deteriorating

lift in both front suspension tops

Pass 17 Jul 2018 96,825 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs pitted on inside faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes at rear corroding (1.1.11 (c))

both headlight lenses deteriorating

Pass 12 Aug 2017 94,173 miles

all brakes pipes corroding

exhaust backbox is holed

nearside front tyre wearing close to markers

offside front tyre on wear markers (needs replacing as soon as possible)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 90,654 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded and nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

advisory ../ plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2015 87,065 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

advisery;plastic oversills fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2015 87,065 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

advisery;plastic oversills fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2014 82,540 miles

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

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

advisery ; plastic oversills fitted

Fail 30 Jul 2014 82,540 miles

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

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

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

advisery ; plastic oversills fitted

Fail 26 Jul 2013 77,890 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 77,890 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2012 74,500 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 74,500 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 71,089 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 67,390 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 61,978 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 57,906 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 53,169 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 47,909 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 42,243 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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FG51 VJM is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 FG51 VJM, 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 FG51 VJM registered?

FG51 VJM is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is FG51 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 VJM shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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