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KL51 VEF

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,421 mi
Last recorded99,421 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 VEF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2013 99,421 miles

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

nearside front tyre 2.88mm

offside front tyre 3.52mm

offside rear tyre 3.38mm

rear box corroded

some corrosion rear metal brake pipes

Pass 15 Dec 2012 92,443 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)

corrosion started offside front metal brake pipe

rear metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 15 Dec 2012 92,443 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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)

corrosion started offside front metal brake pipe

rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2011 85,190 miles

corrosion started both front under wheel arch metal brake pipes

Fail 16 Dec 2011 85,190 miles

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

corrosion started both front under wheel arch metal brake pipes

Pass 11 Dec 2010 78,917 miles

corrosion started ffront metal brake pipes

exhaust down pipe flexi join deteriated

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2009 68,481 miles

bulge starting to develop nearside front tyre outer side wall

front discs and pads worn

nearside front wheel dented inner rim

offside front metal under wheel arch brake pipe corrosion started

Pass 2 Dec 2008 61,969 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 55,730 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 48,680 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 VEF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VEF, 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 VEF registered?

KL51 VEF is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is KL51 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 VEF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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