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HY51 WEU

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,820 mi
Last recorded138,820 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 WEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 138,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 133,486 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 130,165 miles

chassis rusty

Pass 16 Jan 2023 128,721 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 127,265 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 125,961 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 125,172 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 122,557 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 118,585 miles

covers fitted over sills

Fail 17 Jan 2018 118,581 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

covers fitted over sills

Pass 20 Jan 2017 113,776 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2016 109,632 miles

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2015 104,832 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jan 2015 104,832 miles

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 cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2014 100,735 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Jan 2013 96,662 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 92,457 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 87,911 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 82,498 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 76,813 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 76,813 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 72,469 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 65,813 miles

rear tyres worn unevenly

Pass 3 Jan 2006 60,088 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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HY51 WEU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HY51 WEU, 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 HY51 WEU registered?

HY51 WEU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HY51 WEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 WEU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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