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KG51 VGN

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

324,967 mi
Last recorded324,967 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 VGN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 324,967 miles

rear brake pipe corroded but not to excess

rear exhaust box clamp corroded but still holding

slight lift in front top mounts

some wear on front and rear brake discs

Pass 13 Oct 2011 312,831 miles

rear brake pipe to o/s/r flexi hose corroded but not to excess

rear exhaust joint corroded but not insecure

Fail 13 Oct 2011 312,831 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

rear brake pipe to o/s/r flexi hose corroded but not to excess

rear exhaust joint corroded but not insecure

Pass 15 Oct 2010 285,844 miles

front and rear brake discs worn but not to excess

Fail 15 Oct 2009 252,346 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 252,346 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 226,203 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 226,203 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 199,441 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 199,441 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 172,861 miles

near side rear tyre slightly out off shape but not to excess.

slight play in off side steering but not to excess.

Pass 27 Oct 2005 152,265 miles

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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KG51 VGN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VGN, 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

How do I check the history of KG51 VGN?

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What year was KG51 VGN registered?

KG51 VGN is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is KG51 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG51 VGN shows 12 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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