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FP51 WJN

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

104,748 mi
Last recorded104,748 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 WJN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 104,748 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 6 Jul 2017 104,748 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Electrical wiring insecure offside and nearside headlamp wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

both front brake discs on inner sides corroded

offside front brake pad sensor wire insecure

Fail 22 Jun 2017 104,595 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault traction control light on (3.4.1c)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported in rear boot (1.9.2a)

Electrical wiring insecure in rear boot (1.9.2a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits see print out (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' centre object (8.3.1b)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rears on inner sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner side (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner side (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner side (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

both front brake discs on inner sides corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2016 100,287 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play Steering knuckle found on shaker plates (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Tyres perished

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 97,380 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

handbrake levers stiff

Fail 30 Jun 2015 97,380 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

handbrake levers stiff

Pass 6 Jun 2014 96,340 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 1 May 2013 92,158 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2013 92,156 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 3 May 2012
Pass 18 Mar 2011 80,118 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 66,806 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 63,944 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 63,944 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 18,752 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 36,979 miles

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

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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FP51 WJN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP51 WJN, 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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FP51 WJN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 November 2001.

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