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JM51 SMM

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

103,989 mi
Last recorded103,989 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM51 SMM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 103,989 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2014 103,989 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 94,073 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 86,401 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 86,401 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

clean and grease rear brake pipes

exhaust deteriated

Pass 15 Jun 2011 81,996 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 75,098 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 75,098 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 67,822 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 63,993 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2008 63,993 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2007 56,185 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2007 56,185 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 47,303 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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JM51 SMM is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,796cc 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 JM51 SMM, 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 JM51 SMM registered?

JM51 SMM is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is JM51 SMM safe to buy?

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