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AX51 NYW

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,900 mi
Last recorded76,900 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 NYW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 76,900 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 76,763 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine bay restricted view

Pass 29 Jan 2019 76,353 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jan 2018 75,944 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 3 nails in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Jan 2017 75,532 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover

Fail 25 Jan 2017 75,532 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover

Pass 26 Jan 2016 75,111 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 75,111 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 74,676 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 74,137 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Jan 2014 74,137 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

centre exhaust box

Pass 16 Jan 2013 73,434 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 72,768 miles

advise centre exhaust box

Pass 10 Jan 2011 71,751 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 70,741 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 67,410 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 63,597 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 63,597 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 60,210 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 56,103 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 56,103 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 NYW is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 NYW, 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 NYW registered?

AX51 NYW is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is AX51 NYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX51 NYW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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