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FL51 YYX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,230 mi
Last recorded153,230 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 YYX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2013 153,230 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 153,230 miles

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

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 148,408 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 142,783 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 136,543 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 128,661 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2009 128,661 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 121,137 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 112,974 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 104,947 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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FL51 YYX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FL51 YYX, 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.

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What year was FL51 YYX registered?

FL51 YYX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 October 2001.

Is FL51 YYX safe to buy?

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