2001 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · Y597 HGU
2001 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2001. Recorded mileage 106,977 miles. MOT expired on 30 Dec 2014. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Dec 2014
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,977 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y597 HGU Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/12/2013
- 106,977 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y597 HGU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Vauxhall Astra (Y597 HGU) between March 2006 and December 2013.
The record contains 8 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 31 December 2013 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (17 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)”; “Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)”; “Battery insecure (1.9.1)”.
Y597 HGU Mileage History
- 13/03/200670,986 mi
- 17/03/200776,549 mi+5,563 mi
- 14/03/200882,153 mi+5,604 mi
- 16/03/200984,597 mi+2,444 mi
- 18/03/200984,613 mi+16 mi
- 17/03/201085,745 mi+1,132 mi
- 08/12/201187,176 mi+1,431 mi
- 12/12/201187,176 mi
- 10/12/201297,303 mi+10,127 mi
- 18/12/201297,303 mi
- 13/11/2013106,400 mi+9,097 mi
- 31/12/2013106,977 mi+577 mi
- 31/12/2013106,977 mi
Average of roughly 4,612 miles per year across 13 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: Below Average
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
Rust around the rear axle beam, spring seats, sills and floor edges is one of the biggest reasons Astra Gs disappear from the road.
- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
Blocked scuttle drains and ageing connectors can upset the ECU and engine-bay wiring, causing poor running, non-starts or random warning lights.
- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
Corroded wheel-speed sensor wiring or ABS-module issues can leave the warning light on and turn a cheap hatch into an MOT headache.
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