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FN51 EEB

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,974 mi
Last recorded52,974 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 EEB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 52,974 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2012 41,499 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 33,729 miles

O/S/R Brake Disc Slightly Scored.

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 25,311 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 25,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 17,211 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 17,190 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 14,790 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 11,930 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 9,696 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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FN51 EEB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 2,198cc 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 FN51 EEB, 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 FN51 EEB registered?

FN51 EEB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FN51 EEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 EEB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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