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FY51 EVT

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

88,170 mi
Last recorded88,170 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 EVT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 88,170 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 83,540 miles

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

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded X2 (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 78,902 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 73,746 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 73,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 67,787 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 67,787 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 63,927 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 63,927 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 59,694 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 55,743 miles

ex back box poor

n/s/f tyre worn edge

Pass 25 Aug 2010 51,770 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 45,337 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 41,635 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 41,635 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 37,137 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 30,194 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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FY51 EVT is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FY51 EVT, 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 FY51 EVT?

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What year was FY51 EVT registered?

FY51 EVT is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is FY51 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 EVT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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