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KG51 LYF

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,556 mi
Last recorded105,556 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 LYF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 105,556 miles

Both front suspension top mounts have slight movement but not considered excessive

Both rear tyres have uneven wear

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine oil leak

Exhaust flex deteriorated

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Oct 2018 105,556 miles

Both front suspension top mounts have slight movement but not considered excessive

Both rear tyres have uneven wear

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine oil leak

Exhaust flex deteriorated

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps LLB207 bulb fitted (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 100,647 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2017 100,646 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output & offside (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 92,339 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various rear brake pipes slight corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 92,339 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various rear brake pipes slight corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 84,818 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 84,818 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced n/s/ f & o/s/f (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 75,880 miles

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

advise exhaust deteriated

Fail 13 Oct 2014 75,880 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

advise exhaust deteriated

Pass 10 Oct 2013 68,131 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 10 Oct 2013 68,131 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 61,144 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 56,770 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 52,164 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 52,164 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 43,905 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 40,214 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 36,673 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 32,882 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 28,960 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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KG51 LYF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KG51 LYF, 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 LYF registered?

KG51 LYF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 October 2001.

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The MOT history for KG51 LYF shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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