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BJ52 XUN

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,497 mi
Last recorded129,497 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 XUN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Dec 2014 129,497 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s and o/s outer sills plastic covers

wheel trims fitted alround

Pass 29 Dec 2014 129,497 miles

n/s and o/s outer sills plastic covers

wheel trims fitted alround

Pass 4 Jan 2014 122,299 miles

n/s and o/s outer sills plastic covers

wheel trims fitted alround

Fail 3 Jan 2014 122,299 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s and o/s outer sills plastic covers

wheel trims fitted alround

Pass 3 Jan 2013 110,619 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 110,619 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 96,691 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 82,724 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 69,947 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

sill covers fiotted

Fail 5 Jan 2009 56,559 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 56,559 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 41,907 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2007 27,794 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 13,512 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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BJ52 XUN is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BJ52 XUN, 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 BJ52 XUN registered?

BJ52 XUN is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is BJ52 XUN safe to buy?

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