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GU51 XVM

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 XVM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014

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

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

Oil leak

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

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

eml lamp on

Pass 25 Apr 2013

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 112,829 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2011 112,829 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 110,308 miles

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

both front seat belt slow in retracting back

oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2009 99,928 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 85,931 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 67,983 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 67,983 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 48,191 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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GU51 XVM is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU51 XVM, 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 GU51 XVM registered?

GU51 XVM is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GU51 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 XVM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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