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FN51 VJX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,811 mi
Last recorded85,811 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 VJX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 85,811 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 82,526 miles

front metal brake pipes corroded

offside rear tyre perished

sill kit fitted

slight play offside front top strut mount

Pass 11 May 2012 78,466 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 74,574 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 70,381 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 70,381 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 65,496 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 60,058 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 45,304 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 27,769 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 VJX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VJX, 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

How do I check the history of FN51 VJX?

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What year was FN51 VJX registered?

FN51 VJX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is FN51 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 VJX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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