CarVerify

Free Car Check

GX51 EKC

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

92,795 mi
Last recorded92,795 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 EKC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2014 92,795 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake pipes corrosion

Pass 28 Jan 2014 92,795 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake pipes corrosion

Pass 2 Feb 2013 84,422 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2013 84,422 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 79,928 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 79,907 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 72,076 miles

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall slightly deteriated

Fail 10 Dec 2010 72,076 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall slightly deteriated

Pass 16 Nov 2009 63,567 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 58,964 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 55,125 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 52,674 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 52,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GX51 EKC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 GX51 EKC, 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 GX51 EKC?

You can check the full history of GX51 EKC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GX51 EKC registered?

GX51 EKC is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is GX51 EKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 EKC shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX51 EKC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GX51 EKC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.