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BJ51 SEY

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

167,744 mi
Last recorded167,744 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 SEY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 167,744 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 167,744 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Braking system leaking hose (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 152,617 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 145,892 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 122,201 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 105,423 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 105,417 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s and o/s front discs worn

Pass 2 Aug 2010 89,271 miles

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

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

front brake discs getting worn low.

Pass 23 Jun 2009 74,615 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 74,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 67,014 miles

Beam pattern poor nearside headlamp

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 58,955 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 48,135 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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BJ51 SEY is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel 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 BJ51 SEY, 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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BJ51 SEY is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 January 2002.

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