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HY51 XMZ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,681 mi
Last recorded138,681 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 XMZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 138,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the legal limit of 1,6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the legal limit of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine management lamp on indicating a fault

Fail 3 Nov 2016 138,383 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 3 pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive engine man light on (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2015 133,454 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2014 128,154 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 123,225 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2013 123,225 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 117,781 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 117,781 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 112,505 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 112,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 99,557 miles

corrosion in rear brake compensator value lever & return spring.

oil leaks around bottom of engine area.

rear brakes discs worn.

Pass 15 Sep 2009 87,671 miles

chips in screen

front discs corroded

rear exhaust joint heaverly rusting requires attention

Pass 13 Sep 2008 76,700 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 64,741 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 60,016 miles

sill covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 13 Sep 2005 47,967 miles

offside front foglight broken.

rear exhaust box corroding to excess.

small cracks to windscreen zone a and b

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 XMZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XMZ, 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 HY51 XMZ registered?

HY51 XMZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 September 2001.

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