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AX52 BNJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,243 mi
Last recorded166,243 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 BNJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 166,243 miles

Emissions co% on fast idle only just met

Emmissions Lambda close to limit

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

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

n/s rear tyre punctured

Fail 10 Dec 2013 166,243 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Emissions co% on fast idle only just met

Emmissions Lambda close to limit

o/s front tyre punctured

Pass 28 Nov 2012 145,581 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 145,581 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 137,432 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

engine management light on

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 8 Dec 2011 137,431 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

engine management light on

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2010 123,165 miles

Rear Exhaust mount missing.

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2009 105,937 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 89,256 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 73,615 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 59,136 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 43,371 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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AX52 BNJ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol 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 AX52 BNJ, 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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AX52 BNJ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 December 2002.

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