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BF02 FCP

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,620 mi
Last recorded104,620 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 FCP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014 104,620 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

plastic cover missing from drivers door mirror.

Pass 21 Aug 2013 95,305 miles

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

Headlamps, N/S & O/S lens, need a polish

Pass 9 Aug 2012 86,975 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2012 86,975 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 74,548 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 64,732 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 63,956 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 58,175 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 58,175 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2008 51,246 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 51,246 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 May 2007 43,936 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 36,717 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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BF02 FCP is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BF02 FCP, 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 BF02 FCP registered?

BF02 FCP is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 May 2002.

Is BF02 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF02 FCP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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