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AX51 FWV

2002 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

158,791 mi
Last recorded158,791 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 FWV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 158,791 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 157,747 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 157,747 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 20 Aug 2015 152,051 miles

rear exhaust rusty

Fail 17 Aug 2015 152,051 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s/f bumper loose

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 28 Aug 2012 152,169 miles

advise battery loose

advise front brake pads wearing low

Pass 16 May 2011 138,198 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 112,490 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 112,490 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2009 79,945 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 60,786 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 45,058 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
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AX51 FWV is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AX51 FWV, 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 AX51 FWV registered?

AX51 FWV is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is AX51 FWV safe to buy?

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