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FN51 MVV

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

124,132 mi
Last recorded124,132 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 MVV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 124,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear sill damage

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill covers

Fail 3 Nov 2023 123,886 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x3 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear sill damaged.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake pedal rubber worn.

exhaust heat shield insecure.

sill covers fitted making inspection not possible.

Pass 7 Nov 2022 118,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear shock absorber protective cover insecure.

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear shock absorber corroded.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted making inspection difficult.

Pass 8 Nov 2021 112,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded.

sill covers fitted making inspection difficult.

Pass 4 Nov 2020 108,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 103,801 miles

Front tyres worn heavily on inner edges.

Pass 12 Nov 2018 100,197 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 94,876 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 94,876 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 88,701 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 82,644 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 76,591 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 70,685 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 64,402 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 58,068 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 51,782 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 51,719 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 45,159 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 38,830 miles

suspension drops in mot possition

Fail 3 Nov 2008 38,828 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

suspension drops in mot possition

Pass 9 Jan 2008 32,129 miles

Rear exhaust box starting to corrode.

Pass 31 Jan 2007 23,100 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Feb 2006 12,944 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 MVV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 MVV, 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 MVV registered?

FN51 MVV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is FN51 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 MVV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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