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KL51 FXW

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

130,354 mi
Last recorded130,354 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2012
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 FXW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2012 130,354 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

exhaust centre to rear flange corroded & weak

exhaust front pipe flexi deteriorated

some corrosion to both front to rear & all rear brake pipes

Pass 17 Jul 2012 130,354 miles

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

Oil leak

exhaust centre to rear flange corroded & weak

exhaust front pipe flexi deteriorated

some corrosion to both front to rear & all rear brake pipes

Pass 9 Aug 2011 123,327 miles

3 x front to rear brake pipes corroded

nearside steering rack end damp

rear exhaust flange corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2010 106,846 miles

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

Pass 30 Jun 2009 85,970 miles

Both front tyres worn low

Heavy dampness on nearside power steering rack boot

Play in offside front top strut mount

Fail 29 Jun 2009 85,968 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres worn low

Heavy dampness on nearside power steering rack boot

Play in offside front top strut mount

Pass 25 Sep 2008 80,518 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

exhaust rear box outer cover in poor condition

Pass 21 Sep 2007 70,452 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 61,184 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 FXW is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 KL51 FXW, 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

How do I check the history of KL51 FXW?

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What year was KL51 FXW registered?

KL51 FXW is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is KL51 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 FXW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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