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AY52 CXA

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,934 mi
Last recorded144,934 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 CXA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 144,934 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 134,880 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 117,136 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 93,515 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 73,119 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 73,177 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2011 51,445 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 51,445 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 47,873 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 44,686 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 39,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 34,385 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 28,637 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 28,637 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 22,851 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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AY52 CXA is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AY52 CXA, 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 AY52 CXA registered?

AY52 CXA is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is AY52 CXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY52 CXA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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