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HG51 VTN

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,386 mi
Last recorded94,386 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 VTN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 94,386 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded chassis side of flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2016 92,080 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

advises outer sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2015 89,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 89,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Oct 2013 86,228 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 86,228 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 80,646 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 75,632 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 70,118 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 63,513 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyres cracking.

Pass 15 Sep 2008 57,594 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall poor condition [kerbed]

tail pipe outer case corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2007 51,399 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 43,812 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyre treads uneven and low at inner

o/s/f wiper arm fouls n/s when parking

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 VTN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VTN, 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 HG51 VTN?

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What year was HG51 VTN registered?

HG51 VTN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is HG51 VTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 VTN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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