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BF02 VLE

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,520 mi
Last recorded136,520 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2011
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 VLE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2011 136,520 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2011 136,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 127,915 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 115,298 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 115,268 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 104,458 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 95,867 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 91,160 miles

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

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 VLE is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BF02 VLE, 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 VLE registered?

BF02 VLE is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BF02 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF02 VLE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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