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FX51 VZC

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,878 mi
Last recorded94,878 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 VZC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 94,878 miles

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

Offside headlamp lense cloudy beam image fading

Pass 20 Jun 2016 89,264 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 82,934 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 82,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 78,444 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 73,469 miles

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

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

small chips in windscreen

Fail 6 Jun 2013 73,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

small chips in windscreen

Pass 8 Jun 2012 70,247 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 66,487 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 64,463 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 62,328 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 59,400 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 53,501 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2007 53,035 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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FX51 VZC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FX51 VZC, 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

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What year was FX51 VZC registered?

FX51 VZC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is FX51 VZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 VZC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX51 VZC have outstanding finance?

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