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FJ51 SNU

2001 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

190,221 mi
Last recorded190,221 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 SNU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 190,221 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

nearside rear and offside rear tyre tread lifting

Pass 23 Aug 2013 186,583 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 180,821 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 174,112 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

Damage Zone B over 10mm

Heavy corrosion nearside rear brake pipe

Plastic wheel trims fitted and sill covers

Vehicle presented very dirty underneath border line refusal to test

Fail 16 Aug 2011 174,112 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brake pedal rubber worn

Damage Zone B over 10mm

Heavy corrosion nearside rear brake pipe

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Plastic wheel trims fitted and sill covers

Vehicle presented very dirty underneath border line refusal to test

Pass 9 Aug 2010 158,937 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 145,844 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 132,016 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 115,483 miles

engine oil level on min.

Fail 20 Aug 2007 115,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine oil level on min.

Pass 23 Aug 2006 99,687 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s headlight aim on low limit adjuster not working

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 SNU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FJ51 SNU, 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 SNU registered?

FJ51 SNU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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The MOT history for FJ51 SNU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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