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FN51 EJC

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,814 mi
Last recorded115,814 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 EJC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 115,814 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 110,850 miles

CONDITION OF WINDSCREEN

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

Fail 23 Mar 2018 110,850 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

CONDITION OF WINDSCREEN

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 104,955 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

Fail 28 Mar 2017 104,953 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

Pass 11 Apr 2016 96,009 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

Fail 6 Apr 2016 96,009 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

one exhaust rubber missing rear

Pass 30 Mar 2015 90,073 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 90,073 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 86,231 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 79,116 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

exhaust mounting weak

Pass 11 Apr 2012 74,325 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 70,435 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 67,548 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 64,384 miles

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

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 60,786 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 56,863 miles

SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM POWER STEERING RACK

Pass 11 Aug 2006 52,013 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 EJC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EJC, 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 FN51 EJC registered?

FN51 EJC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is FN51 EJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 EJC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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