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KG51 ZMU

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,903 mi
Last recorded148,903 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 ZMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 148,903 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 125,510 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 107,852 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 103,432 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 103,431 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 99,253 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 96,909 miles

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

exhaust poor

Fail 5 Oct 2012 96,909 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

exhaust poor

Pass 14 Oct 2011 93,641 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 89,900 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 86,018 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 79,744 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 79,744 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 71,499 miles

slight play in o/s steering arm

Pass 20 Oct 2006 64,016 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 ZMU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZMU, 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 KG51 ZMU registered?

KG51 ZMU is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is KG51 ZMU safe to buy?

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