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FN51 PXG

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,231 mi
Last recorded94,231 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 PXG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 94,231 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 94,231 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 79,964 miles

brake pipes covered in grease

poor pattern o/s headlight

rear silencer in poor condition

screw in n/s/r tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2013 67,109 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 58,916 miles

Engine management system fault warning light illuminated

Pass 22 Oct 2012 54,961 miles

Engine management system fault warning light illuminated

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

Unable to inspect nearside and offside outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 19 Oct 2012 54,961 miles

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

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

Engine management system fault warning light illuminated

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

Unable to inspect nearside and offside outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Jun 2011 40,591 miles

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

both front brake pipes are slightly corroded

both front brake pipes are slightly corroded

bothfront brake hoses have slight corrosion to the metal ferrules

engine light

offside rear brake pipes is slightly corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2010 37,870 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 37,855 miles

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)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 35,160 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 32,242 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 Feb 2007 28,579 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 24,168 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 PXG is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PXG, 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 PXG registered?

FN51 PXG is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is FN51 PXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 PXG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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