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FY51 UXC

2001 Vauxhall Astra

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

111,413 mi
Last recorded111,413 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 UXC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 111,413 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 106,000 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 101,171 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 101,052 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 100,671 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 100,671 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 99,078 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 97,841 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 96,772 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 95,649 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front brake binding

Pass 28 Jun 2017 94,303 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 92,594 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 92,283 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 90,940 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 90,507 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 89,920 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 88,351 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 88,351 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 75,007 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

rear exhaust box dented

Fail 26 Jun 2010 75,002 miles

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

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

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

plastic sill covers fitted

rear exhaust box dented

Pass 20 Jun 2009 58,255 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear tyres starting to distort on inner edges

Pass 5 Jun 2008 49,344 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust rear box outer skin rusty

rear exhaust joint rusty

Fail 5 Jun 2008 49,344 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust rear box outer skin rusty

rear exhaust joint rusty

Pass 23 Jun 2007 41,413 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 34,924 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)

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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FY51 UXC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 UXC, 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 FY51 UXC registered?

FY51 UXC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is FY51 UXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 UXC shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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