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KL51 FTT

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

107,661 mi
Last recorded107,661 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 FTT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 107,661 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both centre and rear (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres deteriorating 185/65/15

Fail 27 Nov 2017 107,661 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both centre and rear (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres deteriorating 185/65/15

Pass 18 Nov 2016 103,035 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear brake pipes and centre (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Nov 2016 103,035 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear brake pipes and centre (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 98,827 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

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

oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2015 98,827 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

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

oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2014 94,310 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

center exhaust bracket boken but exhaust system still supported

Pass 13 Sep 2013 91,018 miles

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)

rear of exhaust system very corroded

Fail 3 Sep 2013 90,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

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)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear of exhaust system very corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2012 80,459 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

Play in near side front suspension top strut mounting bush

Pass 15 Sep 2012 80,459 miles

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

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)

Oil leak

Play in near side front suspension top strut mounting bush

Pass 17 Sep 2011 69,728 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

tested under wet conditions

Pass 11 Sep 2010 58,362 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 47,693 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 32,464 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 27,613 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 21,559 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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KL51 FTT is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KL51 FTT, 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 KL51 FTT registered?

KL51 FTT is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is KL51 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 FTT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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