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FH51 SXU

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,522 mi
Last recorded103,522 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2008
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 SXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2008 103,522 miles

chips to zone a windscreen

front and rear discs pitted

n/s door mirror glass broken

Fail 12 Dec 2008 103,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

chips to zone a windscreen

front and rear discs pitted

n/s door mirror glass broken

Pass 15 Dec 2007 81,183 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 15 Dec 2006 60,964 miles

Drivers windscreen washer poor direction

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 60,964 miles

Drivers windscreen washer poor direction

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 50,293 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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FH51 SXU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FH51 SXU, 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 FH51 SXU?

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What year was FH51 SXU registered?

FH51 SXU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is FH51 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH51 SXU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH51 SXU have outstanding finance?

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