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V143 FRC

2000 Vauxhall Astra

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

219,546 mi
Last recorded219,546 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Astra88,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV143 FRC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 219,546 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)

Oil leak

slight play o/s/f rack arm

Fail 23 Nov 2013 219,495 miles

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

Advise slight play in o/s inner steering arm

Advise o/s wiper blade torn at the end

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)

advise oil leak from engine

Fail 9 Nov 2013 218,914 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

advise o/s wiper blade torn at the end

advise oil leak from engine

advise slight play in o/s inner steering arm

Pass 24 Nov 2012 204,829 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 191,685 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 177,560 miles

slight play in n/s/f tie rod.

Pass 14 Nov 2009 164,955 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front and rear number plates starting to disfigure.

slight play in n/s tie rod.

Pass 1 Nov 2008 150,247 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 134,834 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 120,792 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 104,456 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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V143 FRC is a 2000 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 88,462 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 V143 FRC, 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 26 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 V143 FRC registered?

V143 FRC is a 2000 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V143 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V143 FRC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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