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GL51 GFZ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

72,645 mi
Last recorded72,645 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 GFZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 72,645 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 72,433 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 71,971 miles

steel brake pipe to nearside rear flexy hose close to excessively corroded

steel brake pipe to offside front flexy hose corroded

steel brake pipe to offside rear flexy hose corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2022 71,516 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 71,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount bush very worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded befoer flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear wheel arch panel corroded

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount bush very worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded before and after flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower wheel arch panel corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2020 71,055 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 69,992 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 66,638 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 63,700 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 60,483 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 56,413 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 53,667 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 51,223 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 49,134 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 46,631 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 43,308 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 40,244 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 36,122 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 36,122 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 32,245 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 27,893 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2005 22,693 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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GL51 GFZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 GL51 GFZ, 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 GL51 GFZ?

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What year was GL51 GFZ registered?

GL51 GFZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is GL51 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 GFZ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL51 GFZ have outstanding finance?

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