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HV51 YYX

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,791 mi
Last recorded98,791 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 YYX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 98,791 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 98,782 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2011 79,818 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 79,818 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2010 76,362 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 70,071 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 70,072 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2008 60,908 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 60,103 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 53,231 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 45,499 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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HV51 YYX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YYX, 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 HV51 YYX registered?

HV51 YYX is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is HV51 YYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 YYX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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