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HG51 AFX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

218,890 mi
Last recorded218,890 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 AFX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 218,890 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 203,007 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 194,010 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 194,010 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 182,734 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 182,734 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 172,749 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 164,377 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 149,439 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 149,439 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Note: Re-alignment needed. Thanx.

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 129,770 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2005 108,342 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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HG51 AFX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HG51 AFX, 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 HG51 AFX registered?

HG51 AFX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is HG51 AFX safe to buy?

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