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KC51 XAK

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,951 mi
Last recorded84,951 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC51 XAK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2012 84,951 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 78,427 miles

advise cut in o/s/f tyre in tread

advise middle+rear exhaust corroded

advise n /s/f wing mirror glass cracked

advise n/s/f tyre worn on outer edges

advise play in o/s/f top shock absorber mounting

Fail 14 Dec 2010 71,731 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 71,731 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 53,943 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 51,109 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 45,138 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 38,500 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 31,583 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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KC51 XAK is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KC51 XAK, 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 KC51 XAK registered?

KC51 XAK is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 December 2001.

Is KC51 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC51 XAK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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