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KJ51 OKB

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

82,435 mi
Last recorded82,435 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ51 OKB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 82,435 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 82,435 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system under bonnet (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 82,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded through wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main line to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 74,493 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 74,477 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

wiper stalk control damaged

Pass 16 Jul 2024 68,692 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 66,287 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 63,748 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 57,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens slightly faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens slightly faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 57,119 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 56,547 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 55,530 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 54,873 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 54,027 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 52,456 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)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 50,428 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2013 48,742 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 46,025 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 44,162 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 42,529 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 40,015 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 36,582 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 36,582 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 32,755 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 29,825 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 25,857 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 OKB is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OKB, 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 OKB registered?

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

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The MOT history for KJ51 OKB shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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