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BG52 TXH

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,876 mi
Last recorded99,876 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 TXH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2019 99,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 96,393 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 93,040 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 89,077 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 87,738 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 81,027 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 76,710 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 72,975 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2012 72,975 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 67,282 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 67,282 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 62,578 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 62,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

steering hard to turn by wheel don't self centre

Pass 29 Oct 2009 57,243 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 57,243 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 48,676 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

front brakes squelling

nearside headlamp aqim on min req adjuster not working

Pass 24 Nov 2007 41,952 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 35,793 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 35,793 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 26,918 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 26,918 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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BG52 TXH is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BG52 TXH, 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 BG52 TXH registered?

BG52 TXH is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is BG52 TXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 TXH shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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