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FJ51 OMY

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

87,299 mi
Last recorded87,299 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 OMY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 Nov 2014 87,299 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

Pass 11 Nov 2014 87,299 miles

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

Fail 25 Nov 2013 78,441 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 78,441 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 68,689 miles

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

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 10 Dec 2012 68,689 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 14 Oct 2011 58,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 58,917 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 56,593 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 53,110 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 49,703 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 44,619 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 37,522 miles

advise n/s/f tyre close to the legal limit.

unable to correctly check n/s/r seat/belt due to child seat installed.

Fail 1 Sep 2006 37,522 miles

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

advise n/s/f tyre close to the legal limit.

unable to correctly check n/s/r seat/belt due to child seat installed.

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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FJ51 OMY is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FJ51 OMY, 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 FJ51 OMY registered?

FJ51 OMY is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for FJ51 OMY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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