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HV51 VEX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,193 mi
Last recorded65,193 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 VEX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 65,193 miles

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

brake pipes rusty

n/s/r tyre low

underside rusty

Pass 30 Aug 2016 61,543 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 57,615 miles

both beam patterns poor

exhaust rusty

front tyres worn edges

nsf brake pipe rusty

Pass 29 Aug 2014 54,630 miles

exhaust rusty

front brake pipes rusty

Pass 21 Aug 2013 52,474 miles

drivers seatback twisted

exhaust rusty

Pass 24 Aug 2012 48,815 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 23 Aug 2011 46,372 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 44,158 miles

slight play osf strut top mount

Fail 13 Aug 2010 44,158 miles

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

slight play osf strut top mount

Pass 22 Aug 2009 40,171 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 35,624 miles

front discs lipped

rear exhaust poor

Pass 31 Aug 2007 29,444 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

o/s suspensoin top mounts slight play

Pass 24 Aug 2006 26,415 miles

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

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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HV51 VEX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HV51 VEX, 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 HV51 VEX registered?

HV51 VEX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is HV51 VEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 VEX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV51 VEX have outstanding finance?

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