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FL51 ZGU

2001 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,555 mi
Last recorded98,555 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 ZGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 98,555 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 98,542 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 96,357 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 94,105 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 92,514 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 92,514 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 89,395 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 87,677 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 86,727 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 84,681 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 83,174 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 83,174 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 79,883 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 79,883 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 73,578 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 69,084 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 65,669 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 62,773 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 58,607 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 55,517 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 ZGU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 ZGU, 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 FL51 ZGU registered?

FL51 ZGU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is FL51 ZGU safe to buy?

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