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FH51 BYV

2001 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

85,601 mi
Last recorded85,601 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V96,767 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 BYV
MakeOpel
ModelZafira Elegance 16V
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 85,601 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 84,939 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 81,703 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 79,159 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 77,333 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 74,865 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 74,768 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 74,022 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 74,022 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 73,385 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 72,710 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 71,785 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 70,463 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2014 67,812 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 65,734 miles

exhaust system corroded but still servicable

Pass 23 Mar 2012 64,992 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 59,826 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre perished

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

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

Rear wiper blade torn

Fail 27 Jan 2011 59,826 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre perished

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear wiper blade torn

Pass 15 Jan 2010 54,297 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 47,376 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 40,336 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 33,468 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 24,333 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Zafira Elegance 16V?

Based on 3,179 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
7,603
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 189
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 163
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 155
position lamp(s) not working 95
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 91
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FH51 BYV is a 2001 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 96,767 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Zafira Elegance 16V fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 189 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH51 BYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Zafira Elegance 16V typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Opel Zafira Elegance 16V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH51 BYV registered?

FH51 BYV is a 2001 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is FH51 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH51 BYV shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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