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MA51 BOU

2001 Opel Astra

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

154,802 mi
Last recorded154,802 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Opel Astra86,031 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 BOU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 154,802 miles

exhault rusty

Fail 27 Jun 2016 154,802 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

exhault rusty

Fail 25 Jun 2015 150,326 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 150,326 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 147,171 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 138,511 miles

Offside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 138,511 miles

Offside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 132,925 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Jan 2011 132,925 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 115,511 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 115,511 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 92,814 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 81,388 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 75,085 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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MA51 BOU is a 2001 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2001 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 86,031 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA51 BOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MA51 BOU registered?

MA51 BOU is a 2001 Opel Astra, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is MA51 BOU safe to buy?

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