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GY51 YCW

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

110,166 mi
Last recorded110,166 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY51 YCW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 110,166 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2026 110,166 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 102,781 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both Registration Plates (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 99,334 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 95,575 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 95,574 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 90,208 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 90,208 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 84,945 miles

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

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

front bumper adrift

Pass 30 Jan 2020 80,675 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 80,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 74,434 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 66,651 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 66,651 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 66,149 miles

rear brake pipes corroded

rear exhaust in poor condition

slight leak from a steering component

Pass 17 Jun 2015 64,993 miles

front tyres worn

o/s/f brake pipe has slight corrosion

rear brake pipes have slight corrosion

rear exhaust in poor condition

slight power steering leak

Pass 12 Jun 2014 62,107 miles

metal brake pipes have been undersealed preventing full inspection

rear exhaust is tatty

Pass 20 Jun 2013 59,637 miles

frotn tyres are wearing on edges slightly

rear exhasut is slightly tatty

Pass 12 Jun 2012 56,995 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 56,993 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 52,641 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 52,641 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 48,045 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 42,571 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 37,152 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 31,181 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 25,325 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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GY51 YCW is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 GY51 YCW, 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

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What year was GY51 YCW registered?

GY51 YCW is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is GY51 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY51 YCW 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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