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FM51 FSL

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

121,115 mi
Last recorded121,115 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 FSL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 121,115 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2020 117,356 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 109,817 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 102,159 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 96,072 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 96,072 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 31,379 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 86,246 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 82,232 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 77,676 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 72,919 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 69,235 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 69,233 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 64,801 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 60,468 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 56,962 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 50,334 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 44,378 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2005 34,276 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 FSL is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FSL, 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 FSL registered?

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

Is FM51 FSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 FSL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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