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VE51 XNM

2001 Opel Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,200 mi
Last recorded117,200 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Opel Astra86,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE51 XNM
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 117,200 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

slight corrosion on brake pipes

Pass 23 Jan 2017 113,959 miles

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

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill. Skirts fitted (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 113,959 miles

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

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill. Skirts fitted (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 111,125 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

offside front tyre worn on edges

Fail 19 Jan 2016 111,111 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 5 Feb 2015 107,601 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 102,574 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 97,446 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 92,026 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 85,981 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 77,695 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 68,377 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 60,995 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 45,786 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 31,643 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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VE51 XNM is a 2001 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VE51 XNM, 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 VE51 XNM registered?

VE51 XNM is a 2001 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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