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FM51 AVC

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,992 mi
Last recorded78,992 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 AVC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 78,992 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 77,936 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 76,464 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2015 76,464 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 74,873 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 74,873 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Outer Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 72,724 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 70,377 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 67,817 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 65,704 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 62,508 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 62,499 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 59,281 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 54,064 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2006 45,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 36,941 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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FM51 AVC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 FM51 AVC, 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

How do I check the history of FM51 AVC?

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What year was FM51 AVC registered?

FM51 AVC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is FM51 AVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 AVC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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