MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
161,738 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pipe slightly corroded middle (3.6.B.2c)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limit (4.1.E.1)
o/s/f brake pipe slightly corroded.
rear tyre treads slightly uneven.
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
o/s/f brake pipe slightly corroded.
rear tyre treads slightly uneven.
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
both front tyres on 3mm
all coil springs corroded but complete.
both rear tyres slightly uneven + cracking.
cambelt cover missing.
rear exhaust outer casing corroded.
wiper motor doesnt automatically park on 1st stage/intermittant wipe.
Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
all coil springs corroded but complete.
both rear tyres slightly uneven + cracking.
cambelt cover missing.
rear exhaust outer casing corroded.
wiper motor doesnt automatically park on 1st stage/intermittant wipe.
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?
Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AY52 XVN is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 XVN, 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 XVN registered?
AY52 XVN is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 October 2002.
Is AY52 XVN safe to buy?
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