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GF51 CWJ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

159,493 mi
Last recorded159,493 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 CWJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 159,493 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 157,043 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 154,812 miles

brake pipes corroding

Pass 9 Sep 2015 153,422 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 151,392 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 151,392 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 6 Sep 2013 149,974 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the inner edge

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 149,974 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the inner edge

Pass 6 Sep 2012 148,168 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 148,168 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 126,701 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 126,701 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2010 126,701 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 126,701 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 114,673 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 114,673 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 101,891 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 89,751 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 75,554 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 63,371 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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GF51 CWJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GF51 CWJ, 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 GF51 CWJ?

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What year was GF51 CWJ registered?

GF51 CWJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is GF51 CWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 CWJ shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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