2001 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · Y243 BPC
2001 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 02 Mar 2001. Recorded mileage 130,679 miles. MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,679 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y243 BPC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/02/2026
- 130,679 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y243 BPC 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 2001 Vauxhall Astra (Y243 BPC) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 19 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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.
Y243 BPC Mileage History
- 15/02/2022126,061 mi
- 14/02/2023127,525 mi+1,464 mi
- 23/02/2024128,763 mi+1,238 mi
- 01/02/2025129,870 mi+1,107 mi
- 21/02/2026130,679 mi+809 mi
Average of roughly 1,150 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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