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AM02 OPF

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

144,590 mi
Last recorded144,590 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 OPF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 144,590 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 142,099 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

brake dics

Fail 14 Nov 2016 142,099 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

brake dics

Pass 24 Nov 2015 139,649 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake dics

Fail 24 Nov 2015 139,649 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake dics

Pass 7 Nov 2014 135,731 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 132,077 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2013 132,077 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 128,039 miles

both front brake dics corroded

brake pad light on

Fail 9 Oct 2012 128,039 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front brake dics corroded

brake pad light on

Pass 4 Oct 2011 116,677 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 116,677 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 108,852 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front brake dics corroded

brake pad and engine light on

Fail 23 Sep 2010 108,852 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front brake dics corroded

brake pad and engine light on

Fail 15 Sep 2009 100,033 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 100,033 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 91,008 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 81,825 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 81,825 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 76,426 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 65,642 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 56,224 miles

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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

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AM02 OPF is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM02 OPF, 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.

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What year was AM02 OPF registered?

AM02 OPF is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 June 2002.

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