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AY52 NKG

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,716 mi
Last recorded119,716 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 NKG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 119,716 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 100,116 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main centre (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 99,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main centre (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 85,650 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 85,632 miles

Central Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 82,555 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 79,999 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 75,149 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 70,342 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 70,283 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 67,031 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 59,188 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 51,589 miles

both rear tyres worn uneven on inner tread

Pass 27 Jul 2009 42,454 miles

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

both rear tyres worn uneven on inner edges

Pass 6 Aug 2008 34,412 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 24,432 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 15,305 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2005 9,437 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 NKG is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NKG, 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 AY52 NKG registered?

AY52 NKG is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is AY52 NKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY52 NKG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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