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FM51 FPO

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,131 mi
Last recorded67,131 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 FPO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 67,131 miles

exhasust minor leak and corroded- both front top mounts slight play-aims on limits-n/s/f/ and o/s/f/ brake pipes corroded

front links slight play-front balljoints slight play-front pads low- inn cv boots detreiated slightly

fuel tank cover corrodd-both rear brake pipes corrodd-both front to rear brake pipes corroded-oil leak/due to oil leak unable to check components properly-slight judder at front brakes

Pass 5 Oct 2012 67,072 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 63,427 miles

brake pipes corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2010 56,454 miles

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

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

all brake discs corroded

eng light on

Fail 26 Oct 2010 56,454 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

all brake discs corroded

eng light on

Pass 24 Jan 2009 43,590 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 29,143 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 29,143 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 24,677 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 14,444 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 FPO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,796cc 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 FM51 FPO, 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 FM51 FPO registered?

FM51 FPO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 December 2001.

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