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KJ51 USM

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

186,486 mi
Last recorded186,486 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ51 USM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 186,486 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 180,298 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 176,433 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 173,796 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 169,608 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 161,514 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 148,474 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 140,297 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 135,244 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 135,244 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 129,608 miles

front [flexi] section exhaust blowing

Pass 8 Oct 2009 120,441 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 108,999 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 93,120 miles

adv rear silencer corroding

Pass 5 Oct 2006 73,866 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 73,866 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 USM is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 USM, 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 KJ51 USM registered?

KJ51 USM is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is KJ51 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ51 USM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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