BJ51 YWO

2001 VAUXHALL — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VAUXHALL
Year
2001
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1199 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 30 July 2015
Last recorded mileage
44,480 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 54/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2001 Vauxhall has 14 MOT tests on record with a 64% pass rate and 44,480 miles. The vehicle is currently untaxed and has no valid MOT.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 11,339 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or implausible spikes, showing normal usage for its age.

Things to check

  • Five major light failures (2006, 2008, 2013) indicate persistent electrical issues.
  • Recurring brake disc and pad advisories (2008) suggest ongoing wear and maintenance needs.
  • The vehicle is currently untaxed and has no valid MOT, requiring immediate re-registration and inspection.
  • The 25-year-old vehicle will incur significant costs for a timing belt replacement, estimated at £500-£800.

Working in its favour

  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 11,339 miles/year, indicating normal usage.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies in the MOT history.
  • The vehicle has a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, indicating good structural integrity.
  • The car has a long, consistent service history, with many advisories and failures being promptly addressed.

Mileage history

Jan 2006: 44,480 mi FAILFeb 2006: 44,537 mi PASSJan 2007: 60,288 mi PASSJan 2008: 67,858 mi FAILFeb 2008: 67,858 mi PASSJan 2009: 81,618 mi FAILJan 2009: 81,618 mi PASSApr 2010: 99,529 mi PASSApr 2011: 116,710 mi FAILMay 2011: 117,176 mi PASSJul 2012: 134,344 mi PASSJul 2013: 145,801 mi FAILJul 2013: 145,801 mi PASSJul 2014: 154,063 mi PASS154k99k44kJan 2006Jul 2014

MOT test history — 9/14 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jan 2006 FAIL 44,480 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
Feb 2006 PASS 44,537 mi None recorded
Jan 2007 PASS 60,288 mi None recorded
Jan 2008 FAIL 67,858 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
FAIL Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
FAIL Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
FAIL Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
ADVISORY Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
ADVISORY Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
Feb 2008 PASS 67,858 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
ADVISORY Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
Jan 2009 FAIL 81,618 mi
FAIL Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
FAIL Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Jan 2009 PASS 81,618 mi None recorded
Apr 2010 PASS 99,529 mi
USER ENTERED possible electric steering fault present
Apr 2011 FAIL 116,710 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
FAIL Offside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
FAIL Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
USER ENTERED slight play in lower steering column universal joint
USER ENTERED front number plate damaged but still readable
USER ENTERED slight wear on inner edge of n/s/f tyre
USER ENTERED exhaust rear box baffles breaking up
USER ENTERED Oil leak
USER ENTERED o/s/f wheel arch trim missing, but not showing sharp edges
USER ENTERED slight play in n/s/f inner track rod arm
USER ENTERED exhaust rear joint rusty and starting to blow slightly
USER ENTERED slight play in steering rack at column end,
May 2011 PASS 117,176 mi
USER ENTERED slight play in lower steering column universal joint
Jul 2012 PASS 134,344 mi
USER ENTERED n/s/f tyre getting low on tread
USER ENTERED Oil leak
USER ENTERED Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Jul 2013 FAIL 145,801 mi
PRS Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
PRS Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
PRS Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
USER ENTERED o/s/f tyre low on tread
USER ENTERED Oil leak
Jul 2013 PASS 145,801 mi
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
USER ENTERED o/s/f tyre low on tread
USER ENTERED Oil leak
Jul 2014 PASS 154,063 mi
ADVISORY Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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