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KG51 APV

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,998 mi
Last recorded66,998 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 APV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 66,998 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 60,600 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 60,600 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 56,374 miles

Centre to rear exhaust joint corroded and weak

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 52,972 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2010 48,888 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 44,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear silencer flange corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2009 44,097 miles

Rear silencer flange corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2008 38,409 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 34,854 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 29,472 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2006 29,469 miles

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

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

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

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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KG51 APV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KG51 APV, 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 KG51 APV registered?

KG51 APV is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 October 2001.

Is KG51 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG51 APV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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