2000 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · X521 BDB
2000 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 12 Oct 2000. Recorded mileage 64,978 miles. MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,978 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X521 BDB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 64,978 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X521 BDB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Vauxhall Astra (X521 BDB) between January 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Misfire (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))”.
X521 BDB Mileage History
- 19/01/202461,232 mi
- 15/04/202561,371 mi+139 mi
- 15/04/202561,371 mi
- 14/04/202664,978 mi+3,607 mi
- 17/04/202664,978 mi
Average of roughly 1,671 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
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- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
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- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
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