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GF51 MYR

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

116,228 mi
Last recorded116,228 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 MYR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2014 116,228 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

e m l lamp illuminated

Fail 11 Jan 2014 116,227 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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)

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

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

e m l lamp illuminated

Fail 9 Jan 2014 115,925 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Nearside Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 107,397 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2012 100,509 miles

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

a exhaust

Pass 11 Jan 2012 100,509 miles

a exhaust

Fail 25 Nov 2010 97,226 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

engine fault light on

Pass 25 Nov 2010 97,226 miles

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

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

engine fault light on

Pass 25 Nov 2009 92,983 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 83,156 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008

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)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 75,214 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 62,157 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 62,157 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 51,417 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 MYR is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GF51 MYR, 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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What year was GF51 MYR registered?

GF51 MYR is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 October 2001.

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