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KD51 FAF

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,248 mi
Last recorded73,248 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD51 FAF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2013 73,248 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 2 May 2013 68,368 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 68,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 59,021 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear tail box rusty

Pass 25 Apr 2012 59,021 miles

rear tail box rusty

Pass 9 Jun 2011 58,956 miles

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

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

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

front discs corroded

o/s rear tyre perished but not to cords

Fail 1 Jul 2009 52,169 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 52,169 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 42,750 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 23,316 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 12,478 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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KD51 FAF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KD51 FAF, 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 KD51 FAF registered?

KD51 FAF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is KD51 FAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD51 FAF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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