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FLZ 8716

2000 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

61,493 mi
Last recorded61,493 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Astra88,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLZ 8716
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 61,493 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 60,703 miles

rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 30 Oct 2024 60,703 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2023 60,211 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2023 60,211 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 59,731 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 58,573 miles

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

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 58,319 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 58,319 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 56,254 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 54,926 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres perished on inner wall

Fail 16 Apr 2018 54,925 miles

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres perished on inner wall

Pass 25 Jul 2016 51,769 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 50,638 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 49,121 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 47,095 miles

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 44,977 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2011 41,569 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 37,910 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 34,111 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 30,054 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 25,046 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 20,103 miles

check chassis number agrees with log book

rear ex box heavily coroded

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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FLZ 8716 is a 2000 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 88,462 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 FLZ 8716, 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 26 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 FLZ 8716?

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What year was FLZ 8716 registered?

FLZ 8716 is a 2000 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is FLZ 8716 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLZ 8716 shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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