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GL51 OPN

2001 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

182,786 mi
Last recorded182,786 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 OPN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 182,786 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 181,584 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 181,556 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 181,386 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 180,901 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 180,873 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 180,475 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 178,209 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 175,086 miles

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

Nearside Rear wall perishing

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 172,401 miles

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Aug 2014 169,607 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 169,607 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 166,561 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2013 166,561 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 159,969 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 146,787 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 131,139 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 131,139 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 118,765 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2008 95,740 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 95,420 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 74,698 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 74,615 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 8 Apr 2006 55,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 55,673 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 53,161 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2005 53,161 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 OPN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 OPN, 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 OPN?

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What year was GL51 OPN registered?

GL51 OPN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is GL51 OPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 OPN shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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