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KCZ 8493

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

108,519 mi
Last recorded108,519 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCZ 8493
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 108,519 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine mounting weak

oil leak

Fail 5 Feb 2016 108,518 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Rear coil spring broken both sides (2.4.C.1a)

engine mounting weak

oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2015 99,309 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 88,671 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 80,019 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 10 Feb 2012 73,201 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 68,362 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 63,547 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 57,478 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 51,077 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 43,602 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 35,008 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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KCZ 8493 is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KCZ 8493, 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 KCZ 8493 registered?

KCZ 8493 is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is KCZ 8493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCZ 8493 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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