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2002 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

144,146 mi
Last recorded144,146 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 NUM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2013 144,146 miles

both headlights,beam intensity slightly deteriorated.advise attention.

front tyres wearing low on inner shoulder.

Fail 19 Nov 2013 144,123 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both headlights,beam intensity slightly deteriorated.advise attention.

front tyres wearing low on inner shoulder.

Pass 20 Dec 2012 141,312 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 141,305 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2011 129,706 miles

advise slight play in o/s /f top mount

Pass 21 Oct 2010 117,146 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise h/lights.

Fail 21 Oct 2010 117,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise h/lights.

Pass 25 Sep 2009 102,720 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 89,067 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 77,430 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Aug 2006 62,134 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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AP02 NUM is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AP02 NUM, 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 AP02 NUM registered?

AP02 NUM is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 July 2002.

Is AP02 NUM safe to buy?

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