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GL51 OCO

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

100,583 mi
Last recorded100,583 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 OCO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2019 100,583 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 96,839 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 93,168 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 93,168 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 88,107 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 834,301 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 834,301 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 80,308 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 76,506 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 76,506 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 69,222 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 61,858 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 9 Nov 2010 54,947 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 45,724 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 39,629 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 32,660 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 28,877 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 28,877 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 23,603 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 OCO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OCO, 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 GL51 OCO registered?

GL51 OCO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is GL51 OCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 OCO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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