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HK51 HFH

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,160 mi
Last recorded120,160 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 HFH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 120,160 miles

Oil leak

engine noisey

sill covers fitted

Fail 14 Apr 2015 120,159 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

engine noisey

sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2013 105,698 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 19 Nov 2013 105,685 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 90,972 miles

Oil leak

dash illumination lights flash when hazards are operated

slight movement in o/s/f top mount

Fail 19 Oct 2012 90,972 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

dash illumination lights flash when hazards are operated

exhaust corroded

slight movement in o/s/f top mount

Pass 31 Oct 2011 81,120 miles

both front tyres wearing on both edges 185/65/15

Fail 31 Oct 2011 81,120 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres wearing on both edges 185/65/15

Pass 8 Nov 2010 71,920 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Nov 2009 61,574 miles

Very slight interation 4 way flashers and head lights also dash lights

Pass 5 Nov 2008 52,970 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 52,970 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Nov 2007 47,037 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Both rear tyres slightly perished on inner edge.

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 38,365 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly perishing

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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HK51 HFH is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 HK51 HFH, 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 HK51 HFH registered?

HK51 HFH is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is HK51 HFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 HFH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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