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KJ51 OGB

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,544 mi
Last recorded128,544 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ51 OGB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 128,544 miles

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

outer sill's covered

Pass 1 Aug 2017 122,137 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 115,555 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 109,741 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 104,198 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 104,198 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2013 97,747 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 97,747 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 90,652 miles

Exhaust front pipe has a minor leak of gases from the flexible section.

Pass 3 Aug 2011 83,604 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 77,239 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 77,239 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 70,644 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 64,118 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 64,118 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 56,695 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 47,395 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 38,942 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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KJ51 OGB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KJ51 OGB, 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 KJ51 OGB registered?

KJ51 OGB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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