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AJ52 KCV

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,358 mi
Last recorded94,358 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 KCV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 94,358 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 80,291 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 64,447 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 61,170 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 61,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 28 Nov 2012 57,861 miles

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 25 Nov 2011 53,797 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 49,370 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 49,370 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 44,485 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 44,485 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 39,590 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres perished on the side walls

front wipers hard

Pass 26 Nov 2007 33,847 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 28,135 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 22,560 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AJ52 KCV is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 79,020 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ52 KCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 24 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ52 KCV registered?

AJ52 KCV is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 December 2002.

Is AJ52 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ52 KCV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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